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ICD-10 CodesH18.012

H18.012

Billable

Anterior corneal pigmentations, left eye

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H18.012 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of anterior corneal pigmentations, left eye.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Anterior corneal pigmentations, left eye

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
The clinical complexity of anterior corneal pigmentations can vary from benign to potentially vision-threatening conditions, necessitating careful evaluation and management.

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 H18.012 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of the location and characteristics of the pigmentation
  • Include any associated symptoms or findings in the clinical documentation to support the diagnosis

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H18.012 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding of H18.012 is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to under-treatment or inappropriate billing.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding of H18.012 is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to under-treatment or inappropriate billing.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the patient's condition. Misclassification may lead to under-treatment or inappropriate billing.

Resources

Clinical References

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

Coding & Billing References

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are anterior corneal pigmentations?

Anterior corneal pigmentations are deposits of pigment on the front surface of the cornea, which can be caused by various factors including trauma, inflammation, or systemic diseases.

How are anterior corneal pigmentations treated?

Treatment may involve monitoring, topical medications, or surgical interventions such as corneal transplantation, depending on the underlying cause and severity of the pigmentation.

What tests are used to diagnose anterior corneal pigmentations?

Diagnosis typically involves a comprehensive eye examination, including slit-lamp biomicroscopy to assess the cornea's condition and any associated ocular abnormalities.