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ICD-10 Coding for Hyperthyroidism Eye(E05.00, H05.00)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Hyperthyroidism Eye. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Thyroid Eye DiseaseGraves' OrbitopathyThyroid-Associated Ophthalmopathy

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Hyperthyroidism Eye

E05.00-E05.09Primary Range

Thyrotoxicosis with or without goiter

Primary range for hyperthyroidism-related eye conditions, including TED.

Disorders of orbit

Used for eye manifestations without specified thyroid dysfunction.

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescriptionWhen to UseKey Documentation
E05.00Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or stormUse when TED is associated with active hyperthyroidism.
  • Low TSH, elevated T3/T4 levels
  • Positive TSI/TRAb antibodies
H05.00Unspecified disorder of orbitUse when TED is present without active thyroid dysfunction.
  • Normal thyroid function tests

Clinical Decision Support

Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for hyperthyroidism eye

Essential facts and insights about Hyperthyroidism Eye

The ICD-10 code for hyperthyroidism-related eye disease is E05.00, used when active hyperthyroidism is present.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes for hyperthyroidism eye

Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Documented hyperthyroidism with TED symptoms.

Applicable To

  • Graves' disease with hyperthyroidism

Excludes

  • Thyrotoxic crisis or storm (E05.01)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Low TSH, elevated T3/T4 levels
  • Positive TSI/TRAb antibodies

Code-Specific Risks

  • Incorrectly coding without thyroid status confirmation.

Coding Notes

  • Ensure thyroid function tests are documented.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Orbital inflammation, unspecified

H05.01
Use for proptosis with TED, requiring Hertel measurements.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter with thyrotoxic crisis or storm

E05.01
Presence of thyrotoxic crisis symptoms.

Thyrotoxic exophthalmos

H06.2*
Specific to thyrotoxic conditions.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Hyperthyroidism Eye to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code E05.00.

Impact

Clinical: Misrepresentation of disease severity., Regulatory: Potential audit issues., Financial: Incorrect billing and reimbursement.

Mitigation Strategy

Always include thyroid function test results.

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment, potential underpayment., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation Strategy

Code E05.00 with additional codes for eye manifestations.

Impact

Inadequate documentation of thyroid status can lead to audits.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure thyroid function tests are always documented.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Hyperthyroidism Eye, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Hyperthyroidism Eye

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Hyperthyroidism Eye. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Active TED with hyperthyroidism

Specialty: Endocrinology

Required Elements

  • Thyroid function tests
  • CAS score
  • Proptosis measurements

Example Documentation

Patient presents with active TED, CAS 5, proptosis 23mm, TSH <0.01 μIU/mL.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Patient has eye swelling from thyroid issues.
Good Documentation Example
Active TED (CAS 6/10) with 4mm lid retraction, 22mm proptosis, TSH <0.01 μIU/mL.
Explanation
The good example provides specific measurements and thyroid status.

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