H59.013
Billable

Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral

Billable / Specific Code

What is Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral?

ICD-10-CM H59.013 is the diagnosis code for Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral. This code falls under the section "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for H59.013

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H59.013 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H59.013 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, H59.013 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does H59.013 mean?

H59.013 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H59.013?

The parent code of H59.013 is H59.01 ("Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery"). H59.013 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H59.013 in?

H59.013 is located in Section H59 — "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use H59.013?

Use H59.013 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral?

The ICD-10-CM code for Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral is H59.013.

Can H59.013 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, H59.013 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is H59.013 in?

H59.013 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H59.013 valid for 2026?

Yes, H59.013 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
H59.013
Keratopathy (bullous aphakic) following cataract surgery, bilateral
Billable / Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H59 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM