Unspecified pterygium of unspecified eye. H11.009 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM H11.009 became effective on October 1, 2018.
The pterygium surgical procedure is fairly quick and low risk:
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H11. 002 - Unspecified pterygium of left eye | ICD-10-CM.
A pterygium is a growth of tissue in the corner of the eye, which is often triangular in shape. If left untreated, the growth can extend across the pupil obscuring vision or distorting the surface of the eye causing blurred vision.
ICD-10 code H02. 84 for Edema of eyelid is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the eye and adnexa .
Pterygium, from the Greek pterygos meaning “wing”, is a common ocular surface lesion originating in the limbal conjunctiva within the palpebral fissure with progressive involvement of the cornea. The lesion occurs more frequently at the nasal limbus than the temporal with a characteristic wing-like appearance.
If the pterygium is inflamed, a short course of steroid eye drops may be prescribed. If the pterygium continues to grow towards the middle of the cornea, threatening the vision of the eye, or if inflammation cannot be controlled, the patient will be referred to the ophthalmologist.
A pterygium, also known as surfer's eye, is a raised, wedge-shaped growth of the conjunctiva that extends onto the cornea — the outer layer of the eye. These growths also can occur on either side of the eye.
H02. 846 - Edema of left eye, unspecified eyelid. ICD-10-CM.
379.93 - Redness or discharge of eye | ICD-10-CM.
Edema of right eye, unspecified eyelid The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM H02. 843 became effective on October 1, 2021.
A pterygium, as a rule, is single and nasal, affecting one or both eyes. A temporal pterygium is. quite rare, and develops subsequent to a nasal one. A temporal without a nasal pterygium is a. rarity.
A true pterygium has edges that can be elevated with forceps or under which a probe can be passed A true pterygium aries from a pinguecula. A pseudopterygium arises from destruction of the marginal, corneal epithelium through trauma, e.g. caustics, burns or inflammation.
What are the Types of Pterygium?Progessive pterygiumAtrophic pterygiumBlood vesselsVery prominentVery few blood vesssels giving a pale appearanceCap in front of the headPresentAbsentProgressionContinues to advance further into the corneaStatic after an initial period of growth1 more row•Aug 22, 2017
Surgery – is the only treatment that can remove a pterygium. Your optometrist or doctor may refer you to an eye surgeon. It is preferable to remove the pterygium before it grows across the cornea. Otherwise, it may scar the cornea and cause permanent vision problems.
Treating a pterygium can be done without surgical removal. Smaller growths are usually treated with artificial tears to lubricate the eyes or mild steroid eye drops that counteract redness and swelling.
In general, pterygia (plural) are not dangerous. During the early stages of pterygium development, the main concern is cosmetic – they change the eye's appearance – but there is no effect on vision. Symptoms in the early stages may include irritation, itching or burning. These can generally be managed with eye drops.
These medications include mitomycin C and 5-fluorouracil.