Conjunctival deposits, unspecified eye

This code signifies the presence of abnormal material or foreign substances accumulated on the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane lining the eyelid and covering the white part of the eye. These deposits can be various in nature, such as calcium, lipids, or other cellular debris, and their specific composition is not identified. The code specifies that the affected eye is not documented.

Use this code when documentation indicates conjunctival deposits are present, but the specific type of deposit is unknown or not specified by the provider. This code is also appropriate when the medical record does not clearly state whether the right, left, or both eyes are affected. Supporting documentation would include physician notes describing "conjunctival deposits" without further detail on laterality or composition.

• Avoid using this code if the specific type of conjunctival deposit (e.g., calcium, lipid) is known; instead, use a more specific code from the H11.1- category.
• Do not use if laterality is documented (e.g., right eye, left eye, bilateral); select the appropriate H11.111 or H11.112 code.
• Query the provider for clarification on the type of deposit and laterality if possible to allow for more specific coding.