Corneal transplant rejection, right eye

This code signifies the immune system's adverse reaction to a transplanted cornea in the right eye, leading to inflammation and potential graft failure. It indicates that the body is recognizing the donor tissue as foreign and attempting to reject it.

Apply this code when a patient presents with signs and symptoms of corneal transplant rejection specifically affecting the right eye, such as decreased vision, pain, redness, or corneal edema, following a keratoplasty procedure. This diagnosis is typically made by an ophthalmologist based on clinical examination.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "rejection" and laterality (right eye).
• Do not use this code for complications like infection or mechanical issues with the graft; those have separate codes.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for underlying causes or associated conditions, if applicable and documented.