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ICD-10 CodesH17.13

H17.13

Billable

Central corneal opacity, bilateral

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H17.13 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of central corneal opacity, bilateral.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Central corneal opacity, bilateral

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
Central corneal opacity can range from mild to severe, potentially impacting vision significantly. Management may require a multidisciplinary approach, including monitoring, medical treatment, or surgical intervention.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Ophthalmology

Documentation Requirements

Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply

Common Clinical Scenarios

Various clinical presentations within this specialty area

Billing Considerations

Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines

Optometry

Documentation Requirements

Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply

Common Clinical Scenarios

Various clinical presentations within this specialty area

Billing Considerations

Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use H17.13 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of the patient's history, examination findings, and any treatments provided
  • Use H17
  • 13 for bilateral central corneal opacity specifically, and consider additional codes for associated conditions or complications

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H17.13 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding of H17.13 is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to denied claims or inadequate treatment plans.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding of H17.13 is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to denied claims or inadequate treatment plans.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to denied claims or inadequate treatment plans.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Corneal Opacity
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases
  • •
    American Optometric Association - Clinical Practice Guidelines

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Corneal Opacity
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases
  • •
    American Optometric Association - Clinical Practice Guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common causes of central corneal opacity?

Common causes include infections, trauma, inflammation, and inherited conditions affecting the cornea.

How is central corneal opacity treated?

Treatment options may include observation, medications, or surgical procedures such as corneal transplantation, depending on the severity and impact on vision.

Is central corneal opacity reversible?

In some cases, if the underlying cause is treated, opacity may improve. However, significant opacities often require surgical intervention for vision restoration.