icd 10 code for lattice degeneration

What is the ICD 10 code for lattice degeneration bilateral?

Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral H35. 413 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is lattice degeneration of retina?

Lattice degeneration is a condition that affects the retina, which is the tissue at the back of the eye essential for clear and proper vision. Lattice degeneration affects the peripheral portions of the retina, resulting in the tissue developing a lattice pattern.Nov 11, 2015

What causes lattice degeneration?

Ehlers-Danlos: A genetic connective tissue disease where joints are hyper-extendable and skin is abnormally elastic. This disease is associated with an increased risk of lattice degeneration and retinal detachment. Fundus: The back of the eye where the retina, macula, vitreous, choroid, and optic nerve are located.

What is symptomatic lattice degeneration?

Patients with lattice degeneration are generally asymptomatic, and it is typically incidentally discovered. However, some patients may present with symptoms of sequelae, such as retinal tear or detachment. These symptoms may include photopsias, floaters, peripheral visual field loss, and/or loss of vision.Mar 19, 2022

When do you refer to lattice degeneration?

To refer or not to refer Fortunately, most patients present with PVD, lattice degeneration, atrophic holes or operculated holes that we can monitor and that don't require treatment. However, if you notice extension of subretinal fluid or formation of a new retinal tear, then you need to refer the patient.May 1, 2005

How is lattice degeneration diagnosed?

Lattice degeneration itself does not cause symptoms, so the only way to diagnose the condition is with a dilated fundus examination by an eye care provider. A dilated fundus examination is done by administering dilating eye drops in your eyes to expand the pupil so that the retina can be carefully evaluated.

What can you do for lattice degeneration?

Lattice degeneration is typically treated with laser to strengthen the retina in areas where it is weak. Side effects are reasonably uncommon, but the risk of side effects increases with the amount of lattice and treatment required. Possible side effects include an increase in pupil size in the treated eye.

Is lattice degeneration a disability?

A 10 percent disability rating for bilateral retinal lattice degeneration is granted, subject to the laws and regulations governing the disbursement of monetary benefits. Service connection for bilateral chondromalacia of the knees is granted.

Can lattice degeneration be reversed?

Lattice degeneration cannot be cured. You will need to come in to have your eyes checked over time. Your healthcare provider will tell you how often to have your eyes checked. If a vision problem develops, you will need to have the problem treated.

What is a thin retina?

Commonly lattice degeneration is called "thinning of the retina" and it can be treated by surrounding it with laser. Lattice degeneration can lead to retinal tears and detachments and if there are symptoms of flashes or floaters, the risk of developing a retinal tear or detachment are higher.Mar 10, 2014

The ICD code H35 is used to code Retinopathy

Retinopathy is persistent or acute damage to the retina of the eye. Ongoing inflammation and vascular remodeling may occur over periods of time where the patient is not fully aware of the extent of the disease. Frequently, retinopathy is an ocular manifestation of systemic disease as seen in diabetes or hypertension.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code H35.419 and a single ICD9 code, 362.63 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.