H31.129
BillableDiffuse secondary atrophy of choroid, unspecified 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 that has developed as a secondary consequence of another condition, but the specific eye or eyes affected are not documented.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when laterality cannot be determined from the medical record
- •Attempt to clarify which eye(s) are affected through provider query or clinical assessment
Code Hierarchy
└H31Other disorders of choroid└H31.1Choroidal degeneration└H31.12Diffuse secondary atrophy of choroid└H31.129Diffuse secondary atrophy of choroid, unspecified eye
└H31.129Diffuse secondary atrophy of choroid, unspecified eye