H16.209
BillableUnspecified keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Inflammation of both the cornea and the conjunctiva without a specified underlying cause or eye affected.
Coding Tips
- •This is the least specific keratoconjunctivitis code; always attempt to determine laterality and etiology from the medical record before using this code
- •Query the provider if the eye affected or underlying cause is not documented, as more specific codes are preferred
Code Hierarchy
└H16Keratitis└H16.2Keratoconjunctivitis└H16.20Unspecified keratoconjunctivitis└H16.209Unspecified keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
└H16.209Unspecified keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye