Unspecified choroidal hemorrhage, right eye

This code signifies bleeding within the choroid layer of the right eye, where the specific cause or type of hemorrhage is not documented. The choroid is a vascular layer between the retina and the sclera, supplying blood to the outer retina. An unspecified hemorrhage indicates the clinician did not specify if it was a detachment, rupture, or other specific type of choroidal bleed.

Use this code when documentation indicates a choroidal hemorrhage in the right eye, but lacks further specificity regarding the nature or cause of the hemorrhage. This code is appropriate when the physician's notes simply state "choroidal hemorrhage, right eye" without additional detail. Supporting documentation would include ophthalmological examination findings noting the presence of choroidal bleeding without further characterization.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies the type of choroidal hemorrhage (e.g., choroidal detachment, expulsive hemorrhage).
• Always attempt to query the provider for more specific documentation regarding the type and cause of the choroidal hemorrhage to allow for a more precise code.
• Ensure laterality is clearly documented and matches the code (right eye).