2025 ICD-10-CM code H59.811

Chorioretinal scars after surgery for detachment, right eye.

Use an external cause code following the code for the eye condition, if applicable, to identify the cause of the eye condition.

The medical necessity for follow-up care and treatment of chorioretinal scars after retinal detachment surgery is based on the potential for visual impairment and related complications.

The ophthalmologist is responsible for the diagnosis and management of chorioretinal scars following retinal detachment surgery.

In simple words: Scarring on the back of the right eye following surgery for retinal detachment.

Chorioretinal scars after surgery for detachment, right eye.

Example 1: A patient presents with decreased vision in their right eye following retinal detachment surgery. Examination reveals chorioretinal scarring at the site of the previous surgery., A patient underwent retinal detachment surgery several months ago and now reports metamorphopsia (distorted vision) in their right eye.Examination confirms chorioretinal scarring as the cause., During a routine follow-up appointment after retinal detachment repair, the ophthalmologist notes chorioretinal scarring in the right eye.The patient is asymptomatic at this time.

Documentation should include a history of retinal detachment surgery, the location and extent of the chorioretinal scarring, visual acuity measurements, and any associated symptoms like decreased vision or metamorphopsia. Any related complications should also be documented.

** This code specifically refers to scarring in the right eye. Use H59.812 for the left eye, H59.813 for bilateral scarring, and H59.819 for unspecified eye.Code also any associated visual disturbances.

  • Specialties:Ophthalmology
  • Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital
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