Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye

This code signifies a rhegmatogenous retinal detachment affecting the left eye, specifically characterized by the presence of more than one tear or break in the retina. This condition involves the separation of the neurosensory retina from the underlying retinal pigment epithelium, leading to potential vision loss if not treated.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a retinal detachment in the left eye, and the ophthalmologist has identified and documented multiple retinal breaks as the cause. This code is appropriate for both initial and subsequent encounters related to this specific type of detachment.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "multiple breaks" and clearly identifies the "left eye" to support this code.
• Distinguish from H33.01- (retinal detachment with single break) and H33.03- (retinal detachment with giant tear).
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, followed by any associated conditions.