H16.401
BillableUnspecified corneal neovascularization, right eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Abnormal new blood vessel growth in the cornea of the right eye without a specified underlying cause.
Coding Tips
- •Investigate the underlying cause of neovascularization if documented, as more specific codes may apply
- •Distinguish between 'unspecified' neovascularization and other types like ghost vessels or pannus
Code Hierarchy
└H16Keratitis└H16.4Corneal neovascularization└H16.40Unspecified corneal neovascularization└H16.401Unspecified corneal neovascularization, right eye
└H16.401Unspecified corneal neovascularization, right eye