Congenital ectropion

This code describes a congenital anomaly where the eyelid margin is everted or turned outward from the eyeball, present at birth. This condition can affect one or both eyelids, most commonly the lower lid, exposing the conjunctiva and potentially leading to irritation or dryness.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of ectropion that is present from birth. This typically involves a physician's assessment noting the congenital nature of the eyelid eversion. Supporting documentation would include birth records, pediatric ophthalmology notes, or genetic evaluations.

• Differentiate from acquired ectropion, which has different causative factors and corresponding ICD-10-CM codes.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "congenital" or "present at birth" to support this specific code.
• Consider any associated congenital anomalies that may also need to be coded, as ectropion can sometimes be part of a broader syndrome.