Acc pnctr & lac of eye and adnexa during oth procedure, bi

This code signifies an unintended injury to both eyes and/or surrounding structures (eyelids, tear ducts, etc.) that occurs as a complication during a surgical or diagnostic procedure other than an ophthalmic procedure. This injury involves a penetration or tear of the ocular tissues.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates an iatrogenic puncture or laceration of both eyes or adnexa during a non-ophthalmic procedure, such as a head and neck surgery or a biopsy near the orbital region. The physician's operative report or progress notes should explicitly state the accidental nature and the specific anatomical site of the injury.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "bilateral" involvement; otherwise, use the appropriate unilateral code.
• This code is for complications during other procedures, not ophthalmic procedures.
• Always sequence this code after the code for the primary procedure that caused the complication.