Other secondary cataract, right eye

This code signifies the presence of a secondary cataract in the right eye, which is a clouding of the posterior lens capsule that can occur after cataract surgery (pseudophakia) or due to other ocular conditions. It results in blurred vision and glare, similar to a primary cataract.

Use this code when documentation specifies a secondary cataract affecting the right eye, not otherwise specified as a specific type (e.g., Soemmering's ring, Elschnig's pearls). This often occurs post-cataract extraction, but can also be associated with uveitis, trauma, or retinal detachment. Documentation should clearly indicate the laterality and the "other" or unspecified nature of the secondary cataract.

• Differentiate from H26.41 (Soemmering's ring) and H26.42 (Elschnig's pearls) if more specific documentation is available.
• Always confirm laterality (right eye) as specified in the code.
• Consider sequencing with a post-procedural complication code (e.g., T85.398A) if the secondary cataract is a direct complication of prior cataract surgery.