Combined forms of infantile and juvenile cataract, bilateral

This code signifies the presence of cataracts affecting both eyes in a child, encompassing types that manifest during infancy or childhood. These cataracts involve a combination of different morphological forms, rather than a single, isolated type. The condition impairs vision due to clouding of the lens.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates bilateral cataracts in a pediatric patient (infant or juvenile) that are described as a combination of various forms (e.g., cortical and nuclear, or posterior subcapsular and lamellar). This diagnosis is typically made by an ophthalmologist based on slit lamp examination and other diagnostic tests.

• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral" involvement and a "combined" morphology of the cataracts.
• Distinguish from codes for single forms of infantile/juvenile cataracts (e.g., cortical, nuclear) or unilateral involvement.
• Always review the laterality and specific type of cataract documented to ensure the most precise code selection.