2025 ICD-10-CM code Q10.3
Other congenital malformations of eyelid.Includes conditions such as ablepharon, blepharophimosis, congenital coloboma of eyelid, congenital absence or agenesis of cilia and congenital accessory eyelid.
Medical necessity for interventions related to Q10.3 should be clearly documented, emphasizing the functional or cosmetic impairment caused by the eyelid malformation and the potential benefits of treatment. The documentation must justify the chosen procedure, whether it's surgical repair, supportive care, or ongoing observation.
Diagnosis and management of congenital eyelid malformations typically fall under the purview of ophthalmologists, potentially involving other specialists like pediatricians or geneticists depending on the specific condition and associated health issues.
In simple words: This code describes a birth defect affecting the eyelid, such as a missing eyelid, a narrowed eyelid opening, a gap in the eyelid, missing eyelashes, or an extra eyelid.
This code represents other congenital malformations of the eyelid, encompassing a range of conditions not otherwise classified. Specific examples include ablepharon (absence of the eyelid), blepharophimosis (narrowing of the eyelid opening), congenital coloboma of the eyelid (a gap or defect in the eyelid structure), congenital absence or agenesis of cilia (eyelashes), and congenital accessory eyelid (an extra eyelid). It excludes conditions like cryptophthalmos (hidden eye) and congenital malformations of the lacrimal apparatus or orbit.
Example 1: A newborn is diagnosed with blepharophimosis, a congenital narrowing of the palpebral fissures., An infant presents with congenital absence of eyelashes, requiring ongoing observation and potential intervention for corneal protection., A child undergoes surgical correction for a coloboma of the eyelid, a congenital defect resulting in a gap in the eyelid structure.
Thorough documentation of the specific eyelid malformation is crucial, including detailed clinical findings, imaging results (if applicable), and any associated conditions. Genetic testing may be relevant in some cases. Operative reports are necessary for surgical interventions.
- Specialties:Ophthalmology, Pediatrics, Genetics
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital,Office, Outpatient Hospital