Benign neoplasm of right choroid

This code signifies the presence of a non-cancerous growth originating from the choroid layer of the right eye. These benign neoplasms are typically slow-growing and do not metastasize, but they can affect vision depending on their size and location. Common examples include choroidal nevi or hemangiomas.

Utilize this code when documentation clearly identifies a benign neoplasm located specifically in the choroid of the right eye. This diagnosis is often made during ophthalmoscopic examination, fundus photography, or other imaging studies like optical coherence tomography (OCT) or ultrasound. The physician's notes should explicitly state "benign" and specify the "right choroid."

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "benign" and specifies the "right" eye; laterality is crucial for accurate coding.
• Do not use this code for malignant choroidal neoplasms; those fall under the C69 series.
• Distinguish from unspecified choroidal neoplasms (D31.30) or those affecting the left eye (D31.32).