Cicatricial entropion of right eye, unspecified eyelid

This code describes an inward turning of the right eyelid margin due to scarring or fibrous tissue contraction, which can cause the eyelashes to rub against the cornea. This condition is often a sequela of trauma, inflammation, infection (e.g., trachoma), or previous surgery, leading to irritation, corneal abrasion, and potential vision impairment. The "unspecified eyelid" indicates that the documentation does not specify whether the upper or lower eyelid is affected.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states cicatricial entropion affecting the right eye, without specifying the upper or lower eyelid. This typically applies to patients presenting with symptoms like foreign body sensation, tearing, redness, or decreased vision, where a physical examination confirms the inward turning of the eyelid due to scarring. Supporting documentation should clearly indicate the laterality and the underlying cause of the cicatricial changes if known.

• Ensure documentation specifies "cicatricial" to differentiate from spastic or involutional entropion.
• If the specific eyelid (upper or lower) is documented, use the more precise codes (H02.011 for right upper, H02.012 for right lower).
• Code any associated corneal complications (e.g., corneal abrasion, ulcer) separately.