Vitreous abscess (chronic), right eye

This diagnosis code signifies a chronic infection within the vitreous humor of the right eye, characterized by the formation of an abscess. It indicates a persistent inflammatory process involving purulent material accumulation in the posterior segment of the eye.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states a chronic vitreous abscess affecting the patient's right eye. Supporting documentation should include ophthalmological examination findings confirming the presence and chronicity of the abscess, often with imaging results.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "chronic" to differentiate from acute vitreous abscesses.
• Verify laterality (right eye) is clearly documented; do not assume.
• Consider co-reporting underlying causes of the vitreous abscess, such as endophthalmitis, if documented.