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H16.142

Billable

Punctate keratitis, left eye

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Small, scattered spots of inflammation on the cornea of the left eye, typically causing mild discomfort and tearing.

Coding Tips

  • •Document any associated symptoms such as photophobia, foreign body sensation, or discharge to support medical necessity
  • •Consider whether this is related to contact lens use, which is a common cause of punctate keratitis

Code Hierarchy

└H16Keratitis└H16.1Other and unspecified superficial keratitis without conjunctivitis└H16.14Punctate keratitis└H16.142Punctate keratitis, left eye
└H16.142Punctate keratitis, left eye

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