Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye
ICD-10 H16.269 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye.
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis, with limbar and corneal involvement, unspecified eye
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Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Common symptoms include itching, redness, tearing, and discharge from the eye, often exacerbated by exposure to allergens.
Treatment options may include antihistamines, mast cell stabilizers, and corticosteroids, depending on the severity of the condition.
Yes, if left untreated, it can lead to complications such as corneal scarring, which may affect vision.