Post subcapsular polar infantile and juvenile cataract, bi

This code describes a specific type of cataract affecting both eyes in pediatric patients, characterized by opacities located at the posterior pole of the lens, just beneath the lens capsule. This condition is congenital or develops early in life, impacting visual acuity in infants and juveniles.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a bilateral posterior subcapsular polar cataract diagnosed in an infant or juvenile patient. Supporting documentation should specify the location (posterior subcapsular, polar) and laterality (bilateral) of the cataract, along with the patient's age group.

• Ensure the documentation specifies bilateral involvement; separate codes exist for unilateral cases.
• Verify the patient's age falls within the "infantile and juvenile" range to differentiate from adult-onset cataracts.
• Distinguish from other cataract types (e.g., cortical, nuclear) based on the precise anatomical location described.