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ICD-10 CodesH16.133

H16.133

Billable

Photokeratitis, bilateral

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H16.133 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of photokeratitis, bilateral.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Photokeratitis, bilateral

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
Photokeratitis is typically a self-limiting condition but can cause significant discomfort and visual impairment. Diagnosis involves clinical evaluation and may require additional imaging or tests in complicated cases.

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 H16.133 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of symptoms, duration, and any associated conditions
  • Use H16
  • 133 specifically for bilateral photokeratitis
  • Consider additional codes for any related conditions or complications

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H16.133 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding of H16.133 is crucial for proper reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the condition. Misclassification may lead to undercoding or overcoding, impacting patient care and financial outcomes.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding of H16.133 is crucial for proper reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the condition. Misclassification may lead to undercoding or overcoding, impacting patient care and financial outcomes.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and to reflect the severity of the condition. Misclassification may lead to undercoding or overcoding, impacting patient care and financial outcomes.

Resources

Clinical References

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    Photokeratitis Overview
  • •
    Management of Photokeratitis
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    Ophthalmology Coding Resources

Coding & Billing References

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    Photokeratitis Overview
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    Management of Photokeratitis
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    Ophthalmology Coding Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common symptoms of photokeratitis?

Common symptoms include pain, redness, tearing, blurred vision, and sensitivity to light.

How is photokeratitis diagnosed?

Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on patient history and examination findings. Slit-lamp examination may reveal corneal epithelial damage.

What treatments are available for photokeratitis?

Treatment typically includes supportive care such as pain management, artificial tears, and in some cases, topical antibiotics if secondary infection is suspected.