Other calcerous corneal degeneration

This code describes a non-inflammatory, degenerative condition of the cornea characterized by the deposition of calcium salts in the corneal tissue, excluding band keratopathy. These calcium deposits can lead to corneal opacification and visual impairment.

Use this code for cases of corneal calcification that do not fit the specific criteria for band keratopathy or other specified corneal degenerations. Documentation should clearly indicate the presence of calcium deposits in the cornea and rule out inflammatory causes.

• Differentiate carefully from H18.42 (Band keratopathy), which is a specific type of corneal calcification.
• Ensure documentation specifies the laterality (right, left, or bilateral) for accurate coding.
• Consider co-occurring conditions that may contribute to corneal calcification, such as hypercalcemia or chronic ocular inflammation, and code them separately.