Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 5, unspecified eye

This code signifies the most severe form of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), characterized by total retinal detachment, often leading to blindness. It results from abnormal blood vessel development in the retina of premature infants, progressing through stages of increasing severity.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states a diagnosis of Stage 5 ROP in an unspecified eye. This typically occurs in premature infants with a history of ROP progression who have developed a complete retinal detachment. Supporting documentation should include ophthalmological examination findings.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "Stage 5" ROP; do not use for lesser stages.
• Only use this code when the affected eye is not specified (e.g., "bilateral" or "right/left eye" is not documented).
• Consider sequencing this code with codes for prematurity (P07.xx) and other associated conditions.