H18.793
BillableOther corneal deformities, bilateral
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Various structural abnormalities or irregularities of the cornea affecting both eyes that don't fit into other specific categories.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when corneal deformities are documented as bilateral; verify both eyes are affected
- •Bilateral corneal deformities may suggest congenital conditions, systemic disease, or widespread trauma
Code Hierarchy
└H18Other disorders of cornea└H18.7Other and unspecified corneal deformities└H18.79Other corneal deformities└H18.793Other corneal deformities, bilateral
└H18.793Other corneal deformities, bilateral