Myopia

This code represents myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry while close objects are seen clearly. It occurs when the eyeball is too long or the cornea is too steeply curved, causing light to focus in front of the retina.

Use this code when documentation indicates a diagnosis of myopia. This includes diagnoses such as "nearsightedness," "myopia," or "refractive error - myopia." Support for this code typically comes from ophthalmological or optometric examination findings.

• Do not confuse with hyperopia (farsightedness) or astigmatism, which have distinct ICD-9-CM codes.
• If the type of myopia is specified (e.g., degenerative, pathological), look for more specific codes within the 367.xx category.
• Ensure laterality is documented and coded if applicable (e.g., right eye, left eye, bilateral).