ICD-10 H02.22A
Mechanical lagophthalmos right eye, upper and lower eyelids
ICD10
H02.22A
Diseases of the eye and adnexa; ear and mastoid process
Description
Mechanical lagophthalmos right eye, upper and lower eyelids
Documentation Requirements
- Document clinical indications and clear medical necessity supporting the encounter or procedure.
- Ensure complete provider signatures, credentials, date, and specific place of service (POS).
- Verify documentation strictly supports code specificity to prevent downcoding or claim denials.
Billing & Coding Tips
- Verify current payer fee schedules, NCCI edits, and Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs).
- Append correct modifiers (e.g., 25, 59, 26, TC) where distinct procedural services or components apply.
- Confirm pre-authorization rules with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans before submission.
Related Codes
H02 H02.0 H02.00 H02.001 H02.002 H02.003 H02.004 H02.005 H02.006 H02.009 H02.01 H02.011 H02.012 H02.013 H02.014
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