Phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
ICD-10 H16.259 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye.
Phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis, unspecified eye
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Common symptoms include redness of the eye, tearing, photophobia, and a sensation of a foreign body in the eye.
Treatment typically involves topical corticosteroids and addressing any underlying infections or allergies.
Phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis itself is not contagious, but the underlying causes, such as bacterial infections, can be.
