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ICD-10 CodesH16.013

H16.013

Billable

Central corneal ulcer, bilateral

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/06/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 H16.013 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of central corneal ulcer, bilateral.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Central corneal ulcer affecting both eyes indicates the presence of open sores at the center of the corneas of both eyes. This condition can arise from various causes, including infections or trauma. Patients may experience pain, redness, and blurred vision. Management typically involves antibiotic therapy and possibly surgical intervention depending on the severity of the ulcers.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • bilateral involvement
  • risk of infection

Audit Risk Factors

    Specialty Focus

    Related ICD-10 Codes

    Related CPT Codes

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    Clinical Scenario

    Documentation Requirements

    ICD-10 Impact

    Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

    Enhanced Specificity

    ICD-10 Improvements

    Bilateral involvement significantly increases the risk of vision loss.

    ICD-9 vs ICD-10

    Bilateral involvement significantly increases the risk of vision loss.

    Reimbursement & Billing Impact

    Bilateral involvement significantly increases the risk of vision loss.

    Resources

    Clinical References

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      Bilateral Central Corneal Ulcer Management Guidelines

    Coding & Billing References

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      Bilateral Central Corneal Ulcer Management Guidelines

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What complications can arise from central corneal ulcers?

    Complications may include scarring, vision loss, and secondary infections.