Steroid responder, left eye

This code identifies a patient who exhibits an elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in their left eye as a direct adverse response to corticosteroid administration. This steroid-induced ocular hypertension can occur with topical, periocular, or systemic steroid use.

Assign this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of steroid-induced ocular hypertension affecting the left eye. This typically follows the initiation or prolonged use of corticosteroids and is characterized by a significant rise in IOP requiring monitoring or intervention.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left eye" to support laterality.
• Do not confuse with primary open-angle glaucoma (H40.1x) unless the steroid response has progressed to irreversible optic nerve damage.
• Code the underlying condition for which the steroids were prescribed as a secondary diagnosis, if applicable.