H15.113
BillableEpiscleritis periodica fugax, bilateral
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A temporary inflammation of the tissue covering the white part of the eye that comes and goes, affecting both eyes. It typically causes mild discomfort and redness that resolves on its own.
Coding Tips
- •Verify documentation confirms bilateral involvement before assigning this code
- •Episcleritis periodica fugax is self-limited; ensure no chronic complications are documented
Code Hierarchy
└H15Disorders of sclera└H15.1Episcleritis└H15.11Episcleritis periodica fugax└H15.113Episcleritis periodica fugax, bilateral
└H15.113Episcleritis periodica fugax, bilateral