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ICD-10 CodesH17.10

H17.10

Billable

Central corneal opacity, unspecified eye

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

Code Description

ICD-10 H17.10 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of central corneal opacity, unspecified eye.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Central corneal opacity, unspecified eye

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity
Central corneal opacity can vary in severity and may require comprehensive evaluation to determine underlying causes and appropriate management, which may include medical or 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 H17.10 When
  • Ensure accurate documentation of the patient's history, examination findings, and any treatments provided
  • Use H17
  • 10 when the specific eye affected is not documented
  • If the opacity is due to a specific condition, consider coding that condition as well

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use H17.10 When
No specific exclusions found.

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ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

Accurate coding of H17.10 is crucial for proper reimbursement and tracking of eye health conditions. Misclassification can lead to denied claims or inadequate patient management.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

Accurate coding of H17.10 is crucial for proper reimbursement and tracking of eye health conditions. Misclassification can lead to denied claims or inadequate patient management.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and tracking of eye health conditions. Misclassification can lead to denied claims or inadequate patient management.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Corneal Opacity
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American Academy of Ophthalmology - Corneal Opacity
  • •
    National Eye Institute - Corneal Diseases

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes central corneal opacity?

Central corneal opacity can be caused by various factors including infections, trauma, inflammation, or degenerative conditions affecting the cornea.

How is central corneal opacity treated?

Treatment options may include medications, contact lenses, or surgical procedures such as corneal transplantation, depending on the severity and underlying cause.