Asked by Clarisa Carbajal on Sep 25, 2024
What are the correct codes for a patient who has myopathy of the extraocular muscles of the right orbit and a cyst and atrophy of the left orbit?
A) H05.821, H05.811, H05.312
B) H05.821, H05.812, H05.312
C) H05.822, H05.811, H05.312
D) H05.822, H05.812, H05.312
Atrophy
A decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue due to disease, injury, or lack of use.
Extraocular Muscles
The muscles surrounding the eyeball that control its movements.
Myopathy
A disease or disorder affecting muscle fibers, leading to muscle weakness, cramps, stiffness, and in some cases, muscle breakdown.
- Recognize common eye conditions and their medical coding.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize common eye conditions and their medical coding.