ICD-10-CM H16.242: Ophthalmia nodosa, left eye

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About ICD-10-CM Code H16.242 (Ophthalmia nodosa)

ICD-10-CM code H16.242 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 H16.242 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H16.242 - Ophthalmia nodosa, 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 Ophthalmia nodosa related to left eye.