Cicatricial lagophthalmos unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
ICD-10 H02.219 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cicatricial lagophthalmos unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid.
Cicatricial lagophthalmos is a condition characterized by the inability to fully close the eyelids due to scarring, which can occur in either eye or both. This condition often results from trauma, surgical interventions, or inflammatory diseases affecting the eyelids. The anatomy involved includes the eyelids, which are composed of skin, muscle, and connective tissue, and the orbicularis oculi muscle, responsible for eyelid closure. The lacrimal system may also be affected, leading to inadequate tear distribution and potential exposure keratopathy. Disease progression can lead to chronic irritation, corneal damage, and visual impairment if not addressed. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough clinical examination, patient history, and possibly imaging studies to assess the extent of scarring and associated ocular surface conditions. Treatment options may involve surgical repair, lubricating eye drops, or other interventions to improve eyelid function and protect the cornea.
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
H02.219 covers cicatricial lagophthalmos due to scarring from various causes, including trauma, surgery, or inflammatory conditions affecting the eyelids, without specifying which eye is involved.
H02.219 should be used when the specific eye affected is not documented, or when the condition is bilateral and unspecified. It is important to choose more specific codes when the eye involved is known.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical examination, patient history indicating the cause of lagophthalmos, and any imaging studies that support the diagnosis of cicatricial changes in the eyelids.
