Conjunctival xerosis, unspecified, left eye
ICD-10 H11.142 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of conjunctival xerosis, unspecified, left eye.
Conjunctival xerosis, unspecified, left eye, refers to the dryness of the conjunctiva, which is the thin, transparent membrane covering the white part of the eyeball and the inner surface of the eyelids. This condition can result from various factors, including environmental conditions, systemic diseases, or medication side effects. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as irritation, redness, a gritty sensation, and discomfort in the affected eye. The anatomy involved primarily includes the conjunctiva, but it may also affect the sclera and cornea due to associated dryness. Disease progression can lead to more severe ocular surface disorders if left untreated, potentially resulting in corneal damage or infection. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, examination of tear production, and assessment of ocular surface integrity. The use of fluorescein staining may help identify areas of dryness or damage on the cornea. Proper diagnosis is crucial to differentiate conjunctival xerosis from other ocular surface disorders, such as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye syndrome).
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
H11.142 covers conjunctival xerosis, which may arise from environmental factors, systemic diseases like Sjögren's syndrome, or as a side effect of medications. It is characterized by dryness and irritation of the conjunctiva without specific underlying causes being identified.
H11.142 should be used when the diagnosis of conjunctival xerosis is confirmed for the left eye without specific underlying causes. If there are additional details or specific conditions identified, other codes may be more appropriate.
Documentation should include a comprehensive patient history, clinical examination findings, symptom descriptions, and any diagnostic tests performed, such as tear break-up time or fluorescein staining results.
