H35.113
BillableRetinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
The earliest stage of retinopathy of prematurity (stage 0) affecting both eyes, representing the mildest form of abnormal retinal blood vessel development in premature infants.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when stage 0 retinopathy of prematurity is documented in both eyes.
- •Do not use if only one eye is affected; select the appropriate unilateral stage 0 code instead.
Code Hierarchy
└H35Other retinal disorders└H35.1Retinopathy of prematurity└H35.11Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0└H35.113Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
└H35.113Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral