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H18.20

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Unspecified corneal edema

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

What This Code Means

Swelling of the cornea when the specific eye affected is not documented, which can cause blurred vision and discomfort.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a non-specific code; query the provider to determine laterality and underlying etiology
  • •Corneal edema can be secondary to multiple causes; document the primary condition if identified

Code Hierarchy

└H18Other disorders of cornea└H18.2Other and unspecified corneal edema└H18.20Unspecified corneal edema
└H18.20Unspecified corneal edema

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