H16.032
BillableCorneal ulcer with hypopyon, left eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
An ulcer on the cornea of the left eye accompanied by hypopyon, which is a collection of pus in the anterior chamber of the eye, indicating a serious infection.
Coding Tips
- •Hypopyon presence indicates a more severe infection; ensure documentation confirms this finding
- •Investigate and code any underlying infectious organism if identified (bacterial, fungal, or parasitic)
Code Hierarchy
└H16Keratitis└H16.0Corneal ulcer└H16.03Corneal ulcer with hypopyon└H16.032Corneal ulcer with hypopyon, left eye
└H16.032Corneal ulcer with hypopyon, left eye