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H16.223

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Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjögren's, bilateral

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

What This Code Means

Dry eye condition affecting the cornea and conjunctiva of both eyes, not related to Sjögren's syndrome.

Coding Tips

  • •Confirm bilateral involvement is explicitly documented before assigning this code
  • •This condition often requires long-term management; ensure appropriate follow-up documentation is present

Code Hierarchy

└H16Keratitis└H16.2Keratoconjunctivitis└H16.22Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjögren's└H16.223Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjögren's, bilateral
└H16.223Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjögren's, bilateral

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