Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

This code signifies a patient encounter specifically for the purpose of screening for potential eye or ear conditions. It is used when the patient presents without symptoms, and the goal is early detection of disorders affecting vision or hearing.

Apply this code when a patient undergoes a targeted screening for a specific eye or ear disorder, such as glaucoma screening, diabetic retinopathy screening, or hearing loss screening. This is appropriate when the screening is not part of a routine general physical examination.

• Do not use for routine general vision or hearing exams (e.g., Z01.0- or Z01.1-).
• Ensure documentation clearly states the purpose of the encounter is screening for a specific eye or ear disorder.
• If a definitive diagnosis is made during the screening, code the diagnosis instead of, or in addition to, the screening code, depending on payer guidelines.