Hypotony of eye due to other ocular disorders, bilateral

This code signifies a condition where both eyes have abnormally low intraocular pressure (IOP) resulting from an underlying ocular disease or condition, rather than trauma or surgical complications. This hypotony can lead to visual impairment and other complications if not managed.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates bilateral ocular hypotony attributed to a non-traumatic, non-surgical eye disorder. Examples include hypotony secondary to chronic uveitis, retinal detachment, or severe diabetic retinopathy affecting both eyes. The physician's notes should specify the underlying ocular disorder causing the hypotony.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "bilateral" involvement; otherwise, use a unilateral code.
• Always sequence the underlying ocular disorder as the primary diagnosis, with this code as a secondary diagnosis.
• Differentiate from hypotony due to trauma (H44.41-) or surgical complications (H44.42-).