icd-10 code for levator dehiscence

by Dr. Amira Tillman 7 min read

The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM H02. 409 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of H02.

What is the ICD-10 code for Zonular dehiscence?

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What is the ICD-10 code for ptosis?

ICD-10 code H02. 4 for Ptosis of eyelid is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the eye and adnexa .

What is the ICD-10 code for left eye with ptosis?

ICD-10 Code for Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid- H02. 402- Codify by AAPC.

What is the ICD-10 code for levator spasm?

A query will be sent to the NCCC. In the meantime, assign K59. 4 Anal spasm for Levator Ani Syndrome. [Effective 01 Feb 2011, ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS 7th Ed.]

What is ptosis of the eyelid?

Eyelid drooping is excess sagging of the upper eyelid. The edge of the upper eyelid may be lower than it should be (ptosis) or there may be excess baggy skin in the upper eyelid (dermatochalasis). Eyelid drooping is often a combination of both conditions. The problem is also called ptosis.

What is myogenic ptosis of eyelid?

In myogenic ptosis, the levator muscle is weakened due to a systemic disorder that causes muscle weakness. These conditions may include chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia and types of muscular dystrophy. With mechanical ptosis, the eyelid is weighed down by excessive skin or a mass.

What is Aponeurotic ptosis?

Korn, MD, PhD. Ptosis (or Blepharoptosis) is the drooping of the upper eyelid margin. It is a common cause of reversible peripheral vision loss that affects the superior visual field first and then can go on to affect central vision.

What is the CPT code for ptosis repair?

Brow ptosis repair (CPT code 67900) and upper eyelid blepharoptosis repair (CPT codes 67901-67909) is considered reconstructive and medically necessary under certain circumstances.

What does Lagophthalmos mean?

Lagophthalmos describes the incomplete or abnormal closure of the eyelids. A full eyelid closure with a normal blink reflex is necessary for the maintenance of a stable tear film and healthy ocular surface.

What is a levator spasm?

Levator syndrome is sporadic pain in the rectum caused by spasm of a muscle near the anus (the levator ani muscle). The cause of the spasm of the muscle near the anus is generally not known. Pain may be brief or may last for several hours.

What is K62 89 ICD-10?

K62. 89 Other specified diseases of anus and rectum - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Codes.

What does diagnosis code M62 838 mean?

M62. 838 Other muscle spasm - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Codes.

Disease Entity

Aponeurotic Ptosis [a-​pə-​nu-​ˈrä-​tik ˈtō-səs] is recognized by the following codes as per the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) nomenclature:

Diagnosis

Patients with aponeurotic ptosis may present with a spectrum of symptoms ranging from visually asymptomatic cosmetic eyelid asymmetry to visually significant obstruction. While the superior visual field is most commonly obstructed, central vision can also be obstructed.

Management

The mainstay of ptosis management relies on surgical correction, however the patient’s ocular, medical, and surgical history will determine if surgical repair is appropriate. The most important factor in surgical decision making is the levator muscle function.

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