H44.40
BillableUnspecified hypotony of eye
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Hypotony of the eye is a condition where the eye pressure is abnormally low, but the specific cause or affected eye is not specified.
Coding Tips
- •This unspecified code should be used only when the cause of hypotony cannot be determined; if secondary to trauma, surgery, or other conditions, use more specific codes
- •Query the provider to determine laterality and underlying cause to assign a more specific code if possible
Code Hierarchy
└H44Disorders of globe└H44.4Hypotony of eye└H44.40Unspecified hypotony of eye
└H44.40Unspecified hypotony of eye