H16.399
BillableOther interstitial and deep keratitis, unspecified eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Inflammation deep within the cornea of unspecified eye laterality, not caused by infection or other specified conditions.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the affected eye (right, left, or bilateral) is not documented
- •Query the provider if eye laterality can be determined from clinical documentation
Code Hierarchy
└H16Keratitis└H16.3Interstitial and deep keratitis└H16.39Other interstitial and deep keratitis└H16.399Other interstitial and deep keratitis, unspecified eye
└H16.399Other interstitial and deep keratitis, unspecified eye