Photokeratitis, right eye

This code signifies an inflammation of the cornea caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, specifically affecting the right eye. It is a painful condition often presenting with symptoms like foreign body sensation, photophobia, tearing, and blurred vision.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of photokeratitis impacting the patient's right eye. This typically occurs after exposure to intense UV light sources such as welding arcs, sunlamps, or prolonged sun exposure without adequate eye protection (e.g., "snow blindness").

• Ensure laterality is explicitly documented as "right eye" to support this specific code.
• Differentiate from other forms of keratitis (e.g., bacterial, viral) which have distinct ICD-10-CM codes.
• Look for documentation of UV exposure as the causative agent to confirm photokeratitis.