H31.121
BillableDiffuse secondary atrophy of choroid, right eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Widespread thinning and wasting of the choroid layer in the right eye that has developed as a secondary consequence of another eye condition or disease.
Coding Tips
- •Identify and document the underlying condition causing the secondary atrophy when possible
- •Distinguish this from age-related atrophy (H31.11x) by confirming it is secondary to another condition
Code Hierarchy
└H31Other disorders of choroid└H31.1Choroidal degeneration└H31.12Diffuse secondary atrophy of choroid└H31.121Diffuse secondary atrophy of choroid, right eye
└H31.121Diffuse secondary atrophy of choroid, right eye