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H26.132

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Total traumatic cataract, left eye

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

What This Code Means

A complete clouding of the lens in the left eye caused by an eye injury, resulting in significant vision loss.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify the cataract is documented as 'total' or 'complete' and specifically affects the left eye
  • •Document the traumatic etiology in the medical record for accurate coding

Code Hierarchy

└H26Other cataract└H26.1Traumatic cataract└H26.13Total traumatic cataract└H26.132Total traumatic cataract, left eye
└H26.132Total traumatic cataract, left eye

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