Cicatricial ectropion of right eye, unspecified eyelid

This code signifies an outward turning of the right eyelid margin due to scar tissue formation. This cicatricial change prevents proper eyelid-globe apposition, potentially leading to corneal exposure and irritation. The specific eyelid (upper or lower) affected by the ectropion is not documented or specified.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a cicatricial ectropion affecting the right eye, and the physician does not specify whether it's the upper or lower eyelid. This typically occurs following trauma, burns, chronic inflammation, or surgery that results in scar tissue pulling the eyelid away from the eye.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "cicatricial" as the cause of the ectropion; otherwise, a non-cicatricial ectropion code should be used.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right eye."
• If the specific eyelid (upper or lower) is documented, a more specific code from the H02.11 subcategory should be selected.