H18.312
BillableFolds and rupture in Bowman's membrane, left eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Folds or tears in Bowman's membrane, which is a thin layer in the front of the eye, affecting the left eye only.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm left eye involvement is documented before assigning this code
- •Review operative reports if this is post-surgical to determine if trauma-related
Code Hierarchy
└H18Other disorders of cornea└H18.3Changes of corneal membranes└H18.31Folds and rupture in Bowman's membrane└H18.312Folds and rupture in Bowman's membrane, left eye
└H18.312Folds and rupture in Bowman's membrane, left eye