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ICD-10 CodesH16.019

H16.019

Billable

Central corneal ulcer, unspecified eye

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H16.019 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of central corneal ulcer, unspecified eye.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Central corneal ulcer, unspecified eye, indicates the presence of an open sore at the center of the cornea without specifying which eye is affected. This condition can arise from various causes, including infections or trauma. Patients may experience pain, redness, and blurred vision. Management typically involves antibiotic therapy and possibly surgical intervention depending on the severity of the ulcer.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • risk of infection
  • potential for vision loss

Audit Risk Factors

    Specialty Focus

    Related ICD-10 Codes

    Related CPT Codes

    92014CPT Code

    Clinical Scenario

    Documentation Requirements

    ICD-10 Impact

    Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

    Enhanced Specificity

    ICD-10 Improvements

    Can lead to visual impairment if not monitored and managed appropriately.

    ICD-9 vs ICD-10

    Can lead to visual impairment if not monitored and managed appropriately.

    Reimbursement & Billing Impact

    Can lead to visual impairment if not monitored and managed appropriately.

    Resources

    Clinical References

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      Unspecified Central Corneal Ulcer Overview

    Coding & Billing References

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      Unspecified Central Corneal Ulcer Overview

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the signs of a central corneal ulcer?

    Signs include pain, redness, tearing, and blurred vision.