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H18.43

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Other calcerous corneal degeneration

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

What This Code Means

Calcium deposits that accumulate in the cornea, causing degeneration and potential vision problems.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is used for calcerous (calcium-related) corneal degeneration not classified as band keratopathy or arcus senilis
  • •Document the underlying cause if identifiable, such as chronic inflammation, metabolic disorders, or previous ocular trauma

Code Hierarchy

└H18Other disorders of cornea└H18.4Corneal degeneration└H18.43Other calcerous corneal degeneration
└H18.43Other calcerous corneal degeneration

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