Unspecified dacryoadenitis, bilateral lacrimal glands

This code signifies an inflammation of the lacrimal glands, affecting both eyes, where the specific cause or type of inflammation has not been determined by the provider. Dacryoadenitis can manifest as acute or chronic swelling, pain, and redness in the outer part of the upper eyelid.

This code is appropriate when documentation clearly indicates dacryoadenitis affecting both lacrimal glands, but the physician has not specified whether it is acute, chronic, or the underlying etiology. It should be used when the medical record lacks further detail regarding the nature of the inflammation.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies acute (H04.013) or chronic (H04.023) dacryoadenitis.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states "bilateral" involvement; otherwise, consider unilateral codes (H04.001, H04.002).
• Always query the provider for more specific information (e.g., acute vs. chronic, laterality if not specified) to allow for more precise coding.