Hemorrhagic detach of retinal pigment epithelium, bilateral

This code describes a condition where blood accumulates between the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) and Bruch's membrane in both eyes, causing a separation of these layers. This detachment is typically a complication of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or other choroidal neovascularization.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states bilateral hemorrhagic detachment of the retinal pigment epithelium. This diagnosis is often made during ophthalmoscopic examination, optical coherence tomography (OCT), or fluorescein angiography. Ensure the physician's notes clearly indicate the hemorrhagic nature and bilateral involvement.

• Differentiate from serous RPE detachment (H35.72-) which involves fluid, not blood.
• Confirm bilateral involvement; separate codes exist for unilateral presentations.
• Sequence this code after any underlying condition, such as age-related macular degeneration, if applicable.