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ICD-10 CodesH16.293

H16.293

Billable

Other keratoconjunctivitis, bilateral

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H16.293 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other keratoconjunctivitis, bilateral.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Other keratoconjunctivitis, bilateral

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
Moderate clinical complexity due to the need for differential diagnosis and management of potential underlying causes of keratoconjunctivitis.

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 H16.293 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of symptoms, duration, and any associated conditions
  • Use additional codes for specific causes if applicable (e
  • , allergic, viral, bacterial)

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H16.293 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding impacts patient care continuity and reimbursement. Misclassification can lead to denials or delays in payment.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding impacts patient care continuity and reimbursement. Misclassification can lead to denials or delays in payment.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement. Misclassification can lead to denials or delays in payment.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Keratoconjunctivitis
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • •
    American Optometric Association - Conjunctivitis

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Keratoconjunctivitis
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • •
    American Optometric Association - Conjunctivitis

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common symptoms of bilateral keratoconjunctivitis?

Common symptoms include redness, itching, tearing, and discharge from both eyes.

How is bilateral keratoconjunctivitis treated?

Treatment may include antihistamines for allergic causes, antibiotics for bacterial infections, or lubricating eye drops for symptomatic relief.

When should I seek further medical attention for keratoconjunctivitis?

Seek medical attention if symptoms worsen, do not improve with treatment, or if vision changes occur.