Q13.81

Billable

Rieger anomaly

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

What This Code Means

Rieger anomaly is a rare birth defect affecting the front part of the eye, characterized by abnormal development of the iris and drainage structures, which can lead to glaucoma and vision problems.

Coding Tips

•Rieger anomaly is a specific congenital condition; do not use the unspecified code Q13.9 if this diagnosis is documented
•Monitor documentation for associated glaucoma or other ocular complications that may require additional coding

Use Additional Code

code for associated glaucoma (H42)

Code Also

any other associated congenital malformations such as cardiac defects

Code Hierarchy

└Q13Congenital malformations of anterior segment of eye └Q13.8Other congenital malformations of anterior segment of eye └Q13.81Rieger anomaly

└Q13.81Rieger anomaly