Central retinal vein occlusion, bilateral, stable

This code signifies a central retinal vein occlusion affecting both eyes that is currently stable. This condition involves a blockage of the main vein draining blood from the retina, leading to impaired vision, and in this case, the condition is not actively worsening.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of central retinal vein occlusion in both eyes, and the physician explicitly states the condition is stable, chronic, or resolved without active treatment. Supporting documentation would include ophthalmological reports detailing the bilateral nature and the current stable status of the occlusion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral" and "stable" to accurately assign this code.
• Distinguish from acute or active central retinal vein occlusions, which would use different codes within the H34.81 category.
• Always sequence this code after any underlying systemic conditions that may have contributed to the CRVO, such as hypertension or diabetes.