H16.402
BillableUnspecified corneal neovascularization, left 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 left eye without a specified underlying cause.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm left eye involvement is clearly documented before coding
- •Review clinical notes for any identifiable etiology that would require a more specific code
Code Hierarchy
└H16Keratitis└H16.4Corneal neovascularization└H16.40Unspecified corneal neovascularization└H16.402Unspecified corneal neovascularization, left eye
└H16.402Unspecified corneal neovascularization, left eye