31-33 Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. A subconjunctival hemorrhage is bleeding underneath the conjunctiva.
The conjunctiva, or membrane that covers the white of an eye, has many blood vessels that can break, resulting in what is called a subconjunctival hemorrhage on the eye's surface. Most causes are not serious and can be diagnosed by doctors easily.
2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 372.72 : Conjunctival hemorrhage. ICD-9-CM 372.72 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 372.72 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.
Subconjunctival hemorrhage may appear as a flat, thin hemorrhage or as a thick collection of blood. The most common visual manifestation is a bright red patch with relatively normal surroundings. There may be a history of red eye and, possibly, mild irritation; however, patients are usually asymptomatic.
Broken blood vessel in the eye A subconjunctival hemorrhage (sub-kun-JUNK-tih-vul HEM-uh-ruj) occurs when a tiny blood vessel breaks just underneath the clear surface of your eye (conjunctiva). In many ways, it's just like having a bruise on your skin.
Subconjunctival hemorrhage is a benign disorder that is a common cause of acute ocular redness. The major risk factors include trauma and contact lens usage in younger patients, whereas among the elderly, systemic vascular diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and arteriosclerosis are more common.
Conjunctival hemorrhage, left eye H11. 32 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM H11. 32 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Certain medications or medical conditions can predispose an individual to recurrent subconjunctival hemorrhages. These conditions include diabetes, high blood pressure or hypertension, blood clotting disorders, and blood thinning medications like aspirin or Coumadin.
Function. The conjunctiva helps lubricate the eye by producing mucus and tears, although a smaller volume of tears than the lacrimal gland. It also contributes to immune surveillance and helps to prevent the entrance of microbes into the eye.
Seek immediate attention from your eye doctor or emergency department if your subconjunctival hemorrhage is associated with any of the following: Pain associated with the hemorrhage. Changes in your vision ( blurry vision, double vision, difficulty seeing) History of a bleeding disorder.
Your doctor or eye doctor will generally diagnose a subconjunctival hemorrhage by looking at your eye. You'll likely need no other tests. If you have recurrent subconjunctival hemorrhages, your doctor may also: Ask you questions about your general health and symptoms.
The blood then collects under the conjunctiva and turns part of the eye red. Over a few weeks, your body then removes the blood. A subconjunctival hemorrhage can look quite alarming, but it is common and often harmless.