Other chorioretinal scars, unspecified eye

This code signifies the presence of a chorioretinal scar in an unspecified eye, which is not further specified as a macular scar, solar retinopathy, or other specific type. Chorioretinal scars are permanent lesions resulting from inflammation, trauma, or disease affecting the choroid and retina. These scars can impact visual acuity depending on their location and size.

Use this code when documentation indicates a chorioretinal scar is present, but the specific type or etiology is not detailed, and the affected eye is not specified. This code is appropriate when the physician notes a "chorioretinal scar" without further elaboration, or when the scar's origin (e.g., inflammatory, traumatic) is unknown.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific chorioretinal scar code (e.g., H31.01- for macular scars) can be assigned based on documentation.
• Query the provider if the specific type of chorioretinal scar or the affected eye can be determined to allow for more precise coding.
• Do not use this code for active chorioretinal inflammation; this code is for a scar, indicating a healed lesion.