Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

This code signifies the presence of age-related cataracts that exhibit characteristics of more than one morphological type (e.g., cortical and nuclear) in both eyes. It indicates a generalized opacification of the lens in both eyes due to the aging process, affecting multiple regions of the lens.

Use this code when documentation clearly states "combined forms of age-related cataract" or specifies multiple types of age-related cataracts (e.g., nuclear and cortical) affecting both eyes. This code is appropriate when the physician explicitly diagnoses bilateral combined age-related cataracts.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "bilateral" involvement and "combined forms" or multiple types of age-related cataracts.
• Do not use this code if only one eye is affected or if only a single type of age-related cataract is documented.
• Differentiate from codes for specific types of age-related cataracts (e.g., H25.0x3 for cortical, H25.1x3 for nuclear) when only one type is present bilaterally.