Dissem chorioretin inflammation of posterior pole, bilateral

This code signifies a widespread inflammatory process affecting both the choroid and retina in the posterior segment of both eyes. This inflammation is not localized but rather disseminated throughout the posterior pole, potentially impacting vision significantly.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates bilateral, diffuse chorioretinal inflammation specifically located in the posterior pole. This diagnosis is typically made following ophthalmoscopic examination revealing multiple inflammatory lesions in the choroid and retina of both eyes.

• Ensure documentation specifies "disseminated" and "posterior pole" for both eyes; otherwise, a more specific or unspecified code may be appropriate.
• Differentiate from focal or multifocal chorioretinitis, which would require different codes.
• Consider sequencing this code with an underlying systemic condition if the chorioretinal inflammation is secondary to a systemic disease.