Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, bilateral

This code signifies a retinal detachment affecting both eyes, characterized by the presence of multiple tears or breaks 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 promptly.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of retinal detachment in both eyes, specifically noting the presence of multiple retinal breaks. This diagnosis is typically made following a comprehensive ophthalmic examination, including indirect ophthalmoscopy or fundus photography.

• Ensure documentation specifies "multiple breaks" and "bilateral" involvement to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from retinal detachment with a single break or without mention of the number of breaks, which would require different codes.
• Consider sequencing with codes for underlying causes or associated conditions, such as high myopia or trauma, if documented.