H15.043
BillableScleritis with corneal involvement, bilateral
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Inflammation of the white part of both eyes that has extended to involve the corneas (the clear front surfaces).
Coding Tips
- •Verify bilateral corneal involvement is documented; this represents significant ocular inflammation
- •Consider coding for vision impairment if present in either or both eyes
Code Hierarchy
└H15Disorders of sclera└H15.0Scleritis└H15.04Scleritis with corneal involvement└H15.043Scleritis with corneal involvement, bilateral
└H15.043Scleritis with corneal involvement, bilateral