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ICD-10 CodesH17.823

H17.823

Billable

Peripheral opacity of cornea, bilateral

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H17.823 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of peripheral opacity of cornea, bilateral.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Peripheral opacity of cornea, bilateral

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
Peripheral opacity of the cornea can vary in severity and may require comprehensive evaluation to determine underlying causes, which can include infections, trauma, or degenerative conditions. Treatment options may range from observation to 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 H17.823 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of the patient's history, presenting symptoms, and any diagnostic tests performed
  • The bilateral nature of the condition should be clearly indicated in the documentation to support the use of H17

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H17.823 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding of H17.823 is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to undercoding or overcoding, impacting both clinical outcomes and financial aspects.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding of H17.823 is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to undercoding or overcoding, impacting both clinical outcomes and financial aspects.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to undercoding or overcoding, impacting both clinical outcomes and financial aspects.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Corneal Opacities
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Corneal Opacities
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common causes of peripheral opacity of the cornea?

Common causes include infections, trauma, degenerative diseases, and exposure to UV light. A thorough examination is necessary to determine the exact cause.

How is peripheral opacity of the cornea treated?

Treatment options may include observation, medication, or surgical procedures such as corneal transplant, depending on the severity and underlying cause of the opacity.