AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2018 Issue 4; New/Revised ICD-10-CM Codes
Paralytic Ectropion
Ectropion typically involves the outward turning of the lower eyelid away from the globe with a component of horizontal lid laxity. Ectropion can result in exposure of the cornea, excessive tearing, keratinization of the palpebral conjunctiva, and loss of vision. Paralytic ectropion may occur with seventh nerve paralysis due to Bell’s palsy, cerebellopontine angle tumors, herpes zoster oticus, stroke, and lesions involving the parotid gland. Other causes may include but are not limited to trauma, scarring, previous surgeries or skin cancer. The condition can also develop because of tissue loosening associated with aging. The following codes were created...
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Article Overview
This article covers paralytic ectropion, including its general clinical context, common associated causes, and the diagnosis codes used to track the condition. It is relevant for ophthalmology, coding, and clinical documentation professionals who need a broad understanding of how the condition is categorized in ICD-10-CM.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate documentation and classification of eyelid disorders support consistent clinical records, data tracking, and code selection in eye care settings.
What You Will Learn
- What paralytic ectropion is in general terms
- Common conditions and factors associated with the disorder
- How the condition is categorized in ICD-10-CM for tracking purposes
- Which broad laterality patterns are represented in the code set
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Ophthalmology staff
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Healthcare analysts
Codes Discussed
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