Intraop hemor/hemtom of eye and adnexa comp oth proc, bi

This code signifies the occurrence of bleeding or a collection of blood within or around both eyes (adnexa) that develops during or immediately following a surgical procedure other than an ophthalmic surgery. It indicates a complication directly attributable to the non-ocular surgical intervention.

Use this code when documentation clearly states bilateral intraoperative hemorrhage or hematoma of the eye or adnexa complicating a non-ophthalmic surgical procedure. This applies to situations where the eye complication is a direct result of the primary surgery being performed elsewhere in the body.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the primary procedure or condition that necessitated the surgery.
• Ensure documentation specifies "intraoperative" and "bilateral" involvement of the eye/adnexa.
• Distinguish from postoperative complications (H59.13-) or complications specific to ophthalmic procedures (H59.11-).