Understanding macular degeneration diagnosis codes, symptoms, and treatment options is crucial for accurate clinical documentation and medical coding. This resource provides information on age-related macular degeneration (AMD), including dry AMD and wet AMD, along with relevant ICD-10 codes like H35.32 and other diagnostic criteria. Learn about visual acuity tests, Amsler grid results, and treatment procedures like anti-VEGF injections for optimizing patient care and accurate healthcare reimbursement. Explore the latest research, clinical trials, and best practices for managing macular degeneration in medical records and coding workflows.
Also known as
Macular degeneration
Covers various types of macular degeneration.
Other retinal disorders
Includes some less common macular issues.
Disorders of optic nerve/visual pathways
May be relevant in advanced cases affecting vision.
Other specified postprocedural states
For complications after macular treatment.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the macular degeneration related to age?
Yes
Is it wet AMD?
No
Is there any other specified cause?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Central vision loss, age-related |
Diabetic retinopathy |
Retinal detachment |
Incorrect or missing laterality coding (right, left, bilateral) for macular degeneration impacts reimbursement and data accuracy. Relevant ICD-10 codes include H35.30 - H35.36.
Miscoding dry (non-neovascular) vs. wet (neovascular) AMD leads to inaccurate severity reflection. Crucial for proper treatment and resource allocation. ICD-10: H35.32, H35.31.
Coding unspecified macular degeneration stages when further detail is available in documentation causes data loss. CDI can clarify stage for precise coding and quality metrics.
Patient presents with complaints consistent with macular degeneration symptoms, including blurred vision, central vision loss, scotomas, and difficulty with activities of daily living such as reading and driving. Visual acuity assessment reveals reduced central vision in the affected eye(s). Amsler grid testing demonstrates metamorphopsia or central scotoma. Fundoscopic examination reveals drusen, retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) changes consistent with either dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or wet AMD characterized by choroidal neovascularization (CNV), subretinal fluid, andor hemorrhage. Fluorescein angiography (FA) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) were performed to confirm diagnosis and assess the extent of macular involvement. Differential diagnosis includes diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, and other retinal disorders. Diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration, dry form or wet form, was established based on clinical findings and diagnostic imaging results. Patient education provided regarding AMD progression, risk factors, and available treatment options including anti-VEGF therapy for wet AMD, low vision rehabilitation, and nutritional support with AREDS2 vitamins. Follow-up scheduled for monitoring disease progression and management. ICD-10 code H35.3 (Age-related macular degeneration) assigned. CPT codes for diagnostic testing, such as 92250 (ophthalmoscopy), 92275 (fluorescein angiography), and 92134 (OCT) were billed appropriately. Patient advised to report any changes in vision promptly.