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H44.2E3

Billable

Degenerative myopia with other maculopathy, bilateral

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

What This Code Means

A condition where severe nearsightedness causes damage to the macula (central retina) in both eyes, with complications other than macular hole, retinal detachment, or foveoschisis.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a catch-all code for bilateral macular complications of degenerative myopia not specified elsewhere
  • •Verify bilateral involvement is documented and specify the type of maculopathy when possible

Code Hierarchy

└H44Disorders of globe└H44.2Degenerative myopia└H44.2EDegenerative myopia with other maculopathy└H44.2E3Degenerative myopia with other maculopathy, bilateral
└H44.2E3Degenerative myopia with other maculopathy, bilateral

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