H18.832
BillableRecurrent erosion of cornea, left eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Repeated breakdown and healing of the corneal surface in the left eye, causing recurring pain, tearing, and vision problems.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm left eye laterality is explicitly documented
- •Note any underlying causes such as trauma history, dry eye, or dystrophy
Code Hierarchy
└H18Other disorders of cornea└H18.8Other specified disorders of cornea└H18.83Recurrent erosion of cornea└H18.832Recurrent erosion of cornea, left eye
└H18.832Recurrent erosion of cornea, left eye