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H18.833

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Recurrent erosion of cornea, bilateral

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 both eyes, causing recurring pain, tearing, and vision problems in each eye.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure bilateral involvement is clearly documented before assigning this code
  • •Investigate and code any underlying systemic or ocular conditions contributing to the recurrent erosions

Code Hierarchy

└H18Other disorders of cornea└H18.8Other specified disorders of cornea└H18.83Recurrent erosion of cornea└H18.833Recurrent erosion of cornea, bilateral
└H18.833Recurrent erosion of cornea, bilateral

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