Exudative age-rel mclr degn, bi, with actv chrdl neovas

This code signifies the presence of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affecting both eyes, characterized by the abnormal growth of new blood vessels (choroidal neovascularization) that are currently active and leaking fluid or blood. This condition leads to rapid and severe vision loss due to damage to the macula.

Apply this code when documentation confirms bilateral exudative AMD with active choroidal neovascularization, typically diagnosed via ophthalmoscopy, fluorescein angiography (FA), or optical coherence tomography (OCT). This code is appropriate for patients undergoing treatment for active neovascularization, such as anti-VEGF injections.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "bilateral" involvement and "active" choroidal neovascularization.
• Distinguish from non-exudative (dry) AMD, which has different ICD-10-CM codes.
• Confirm laterality (right, left, or bilateral) is clearly documented to select the most specific code.