ICD-10-CM H16.142: Punctate keratitis, left eye

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About ICD-10-CM Code H16.142 (Punctate keratitis)

ICD-10-CM code H16.142 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM H16.142 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H16.142 - Punctate keratitis, left eye. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Punctate keratitis related to left eye.