2025 ICD-10-CM code S00.272D
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Injury - Injuries to the head (S00-S09) Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88) Feed
Other superficial bite of left eyelid and periocular area, subsequent encounter.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of a bite injury requiring medical evaluation and/or treatment. Subsequent encounters are medically necessary if the patient requires ongoing care for the injury, such as monitoring for infection or complications, pain management, or wound care.
Providers diagnose the condition on the basis of the patient’s history and physical examination. Treatment options include thoroughly cleaning the affected site with water or an antiseptic; application of an ice pack and topical antihistamine and antibiotic medication; and administration of oral medications such as analgesic, antiallergic, or nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs.
- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)Injuries to the head (S00-S09)Superficial injury of eyelid and periocular area (S00.2-) Other superficial bite of left eyelid and periocular area, subsequent encounter
In simple words: This code describes a minor bite on the left eyelid and the surrounding area that isn't life-threatening. It's used for visits after the initial injury.Such a bite might cause pain, redness, discomfort, itching, tingling, vision problems, or swelling. Doctors diagnose it based on what the patient tells them and a physical exam.Treatments can include cleaning the area with water or antiseptic, using an ice pack, applying antibiotic and antihistamine creams, and taking pain relievers, allergy medicine, or anti-inflammatory drugs.
Other superficial bite of left eyelid and periocular area, subsequent encounter.
Example 1: A patient presents for a follow-up appointment after being bitten by a small dog on their left eyelid a week prior. The bite is healing well, but there is still some residual swelling and redness., A patient was bitten by an insect near their left eye two days ago and is now experiencing itching and discomfort. They come to the clinic for evaluation and treatment of the bite., A child was playing with a cat and received a superficial scratch to their left eyelid. The parent brings the child to the doctor for a check-up a few days later to ensure the scratch is not infected.
Documentation should include the nature of the bite (animal, insect, etc.), the location of the bite (left eyelid and periocular area), the date of the initial injury, and the patient's current symptoms and condition. Any treatments provided should also be documented.
** This code is for a subsequent encounter, meaning it is used for visits after the initial treatment of the bite. For the initial encounter, a different code would be used depending on the specific nature of the bite.