Blindness r eye category 4, blindness left eye category 3

This code signifies severe visual impairment, specifically blindness in the right eye (category 4) and moderate visual impairment in the left eye (category 3). This indicates a significant bilateral vision deficit, with the right eye having more profound vision loss than the left.

This code is appropriate when a patient's ophthalmological examination confirms blindness in the right eye (visual acuity less than 3/60 to light perception) and moderate visual impairment in the left eye (visual acuity less than 6/60 to 3/60). Documentation should clearly state the visual acuity measurements for each eye and the corresponding blindness categories.

• Ensure the laterality (right and left eye) and the specific blindness categories (4 and 3) are explicitly documented.
• Do not use this code if the visual impairment is unilateral or if the categories of blindness differ from those specified.
• Always review the physician's documentation for the most precise visual acuity measurements to assign the correct blindness category.