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Watch Key Conditions to Scratch Eye Allergy Coding Itch

Published on Fri Feb 19, 2010

Get the specifics on eye irritation to find the most accurate diagnosis code. The spring allergy snap will be here soon. Be prepared to treat and code eye irritations to recoup all your deserved reimbursement with this advice from the field. Get Specific With 3 Key Conditions For your claims to be processed successfully, you must report the most specific diagnosis code available for your patient's eye irritation. Most patients you see with eye irritations will have one of three major conditions: 1. Blepharitis (373.0x): This is an inflammation of the eyelids, particularly at the lid margins, typically associated with a low-grade bacterial infection or a generalized skin condition, according to www.allaboutvision.com. Blepharitis occurs in two forms: anterior and posterior blepharitis. The anterior type affects the outside front of the eyelid where the eyelashes are attached. The two most common causes are scalp dandruff and bacteria. Posterior blepharitis affects [...]
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