Pingueculitis, bilateral

This code describes inflammation of a pinguecula, which is a yellowish, slightly raised thickening of the conjunctiva on the white part of the eye, typically on the nasal side. Pingueculitis indicates an acute inflammatory process affecting this benign conjunctival growth.

Use this code when documentation specifies inflammation of a pinguecula affecting both eyes. The physician's notes should clearly indicate "pingueculitis" and specify "bilateral" involvement. This code is appropriate for acute exacerbations of pre-existing pinguecula.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "bilateral" involvement; otherwise, use the appropriate unilateral code (H10.811 or H10.812) or unspecified (H10.819).
• Do not confuse pingueculitis with pterygium (H11.0-), which is a fleshy growth that can invade the cornea.
• Code any associated symptoms or underlying causes, if documented and clinically relevant, in addition to this code.