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H16.239

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Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye

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

What This Code Means

A condition where the cornea and conjunctiva become inflamed due to nerve damage, affecting an unspecified eye. This can lead to corneal ulcers and vision problems if untreated.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when the affected eye is not specified; if laterality is documented, use H16.231 (right) or H16.232 (left)
  • •This condition is often associated with diabetes, herpes zoster, or other neurological disorders; document the underlying cause if present

Code Hierarchy

└H16Keratitis└H16.2Keratoconjunctivitis└H16.23Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis└H16.239Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
└H16.239Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye

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