Find comprehensive information on the history of cataract surgery, including clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10, CPT), postoperative care, and complications. Learn about the evolution of cataract surgery techniques, intraocular lenses (IOLs), phacoemulsification, and extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE). This resource provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals, ophthalmologists, and medical coders seeking accurate and detailed information on cataract surgery history and its impact on modern ophthalmic practices.
Also known as
Cataract
Covers various types of cataracts and related conditions.
Presence of medical devices
Includes status post-implantation of devices like IOLs.
Visual disturbances
May include residual visual issues after cataract surgery.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the cataract surgery status current?
Yes
Any complications?
No
Is there aphakia?
When to use each related code
Description |
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History of cataract surgery |
Aphakia |
Pseudophakia |
Missing or unclear documentation specifying which eye (right, left, or both) underwent cataract surgery impacting code selection (e.g., H25.8X1 vs H25.8X2).
Insufficient documentation to determine if the natural lens was removed (aphakia) or replaced with an artificial lens (pseudophakia) after surgery affecting ICD-10 code accuracy.
Failure to capture and code any post-surgical complications (e.g., secondary cataract, glaucoma) separately, leading to underreporting of patient complexity and resource utilization.
Patient presents with a history of cataract surgery in the (right eye, left eye, or both eyes). The date of the original cataract surgery is (date) and was performed by (physician name) at (facility name). The type of intraocular lens implanted was (IOL type, e.g., monofocal, multifocal, toric, accommodating) with a power of (diopters). The patient reports (visual acuity with correction and without correction in each eye). Post-operative complications, if any, included (list complications, e.g., posterior capsular opacification, cystoid macular edema, retinal detachment, elevated intraocular pressure, endophthalmitis). Current symptoms related to the prior cataract surgery, if any, include (list symptoms, e.g., blurred vision, glare, halos, floaters, decreased visual acuity, pain, redness). Current medications related to ocular health include (list medications, e.g., eye drops for glaucoma, dry eye, or inflammation). Examination reveals (describe findings, e.g., clear cornea, well-centered IOL, posterior capsule (intact or with PCO), healthy retina, normal intraocular pressure). Assessment: History of cataract extraction with (current status, e.g., good visual outcome, residual refractive error, stable IOL). Plan: (outline plan, e.g., observation, yag capsulotomy if PCO is significant, refraction for new eyeglasses, referral to ophthalmologist for further evaluation if needed). The patient was educated on (relevant topics, e.g., proper eye drop instillation technique, signs and symptoms of complications, importance of follow-up care). Return for follow-up in (time frame).