Acute dacryocystitis of bilateral lacrimal passages

This code signifies an acute inflammatory infection of the tear sacs affecting both eyes. It typically presents with sudden onset of pain, redness, swelling, and tenderness in the inner corner of the eyes, often accompanied by purulent discharge.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates an acute dacryocystitis affecting both the right and left lacrimal passages. Supporting documentation should describe the characteristic signs and symptoms of acute inflammation of the tear sac bilaterally.

• Ensure documentation specifies "acute" and "bilateral" to support this code.
• Distinguish from chronic dacryocystitis (H04.4-) or unspecified dacryocystitis (H04.30).
• Code any associated infectious agents (e.g., bacterial, viral) as additional diagnoses if identified.