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ICD-10 CodesH16.331

H16.331

Billable

Sclerosing keratitis, right eye

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H16.331 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of sclerosing keratitis, right eye.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Sclerosing keratitis, right eye

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
Sclerosing keratitis can present with varying degrees of clinical complexity, depending on the extent of corneal involvement and associated symptoms. Management may require a multidisciplinary approach, including medical and surgical interventions.

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 H16.331 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of the patient's history, symptoms, and clinical findings
  • Use H16
  • 331 specifically for sclerosing keratitis of the right eye
  • Document any associated conditions or treatments that may affect coding

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H16.331 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding of H16.331 is essential for appropriate reimbursement and to ensure that the patient's medical record reflects the severity and nature of their condition. Misclassification may lead to denied claims or inadequate treatment plans.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding of H16.331 is essential for appropriate reimbursement and to ensure that the patient's medical record reflects the severity and nature of their condition. Misclassification may lead to denied claims or inadequate treatment plans.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and to ensure that the patient's medical record reflects the severity and nature of their condition. Misclassification may lead to denied claims or inadequate treatment plans.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Sclerosing Keratitis
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Sclerosing Keratitis
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common symptoms of sclerosing keratitis?

Common symptoms include vision changes, eye pain, redness, and sensitivity to light. Patients may also experience corneal opacities.

How is sclerosing keratitis treated?

Treatment may include topical medications, corticosteroids, or surgical interventions such as corneal transplantation, depending on the severity of the condition.