Retinal detachment with retinal dialysis, bilateral

This code signifies a condition where the retina detaches from the underlying choroid due to a retinal dialysis, which is a circumferential tear at the ora serrata. This specific code indicates that both eyes are affected by this type of retinal detachment.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states bilateral retinal detachment caused by a retinal dialysis. This diagnosis is typically made by an ophthalmologist following a comprehensive eye examination, often including indirect ophthalmoscopy.

• Ensure documentation specifies "dialysis" as the cause of detachment, not other types of tears (e.g., atrophic holes, horseshoe tears).
• Verify laterality is explicitly stated as "bilateral" to support this specific code.
• Do not confuse with other forms of retinal detachment (e.g., H33.00- for unspecified, H33.01- for retinal break).