Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral

This code signifies a diagnosis of open-angle glaucoma suspect where both eyes exhibit borderline findings, indicating a high risk for developing glaucoma. This typically involves suspicious optic nerve appearance, elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) within a high-normal range, or other risk factors without definitive glaucomatous damage.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates bilateral open-angle glaucoma suspect with borderline findings and a high-risk assessment. This is appropriate for patients under close observation for glaucoma progression, often with repeat visual field testing and optic nerve imaging.

• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral" involvement and "high risk" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from codes for established glaucoma or low-risk suspects.
• Do not use if only one eye is affected; laterality is crucial for accurate coding.