Abscess of eyelid unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

This code signifies an infection of the eyelid, characterized by a localized collection of pus, where the specific eye (right or left) and the specific eyelid (upper or lower) are not documented. It represents an acute inflammatory process affecting the eyelid tissue.

Use this code when the medical record clearly indicates an eyelid abscess but lacks specificity regarding laterality or the affected eyelid. Documentation supporting its use would include physician notes describing an "eyelid abscess" without further detail, or when the provider explicitly states "unspecified eyelid" or "unspecified eye."

• Avoid using this code if the laterality (right or left eye) or the specific eyelid (upper or lower) is documented; instead, choose a more specific code.
• Do not confuse this with cellulitis of the eyelid (H00.01- series) unless an abscess is explicitly stated.
• Consider sequencing this code after a code for the underlying cause if known and documented.