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Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) is a rare inherited eye disorder that affects the retina, leading to severe vision loss in infancy or early childhood. In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), the specific code for Leber Congenital Amaurosis is H35.50.
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ICD10 code of Leber Congenital Amaurosis and ICD9 code
ICD-10 and ICD-9 codes for Leber Congenital Amaurosis, with classification details for clinicians, coders and patients.
Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) is a rare inherited eye disorder that affects the retina, leading to severe vision loss in infancy or early childhood. In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), the specific code for Leber Congenital Amaurosis is H35.50. This code falls under the category of "Other Retinal Disorders" (H35) and indicates a bilateral involvement of the retina causing visual impairment.
In the previous version, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), Leber Congenital Amaurosis was classified under code 362.71. This code represented "Other Retinal Dystrophies" and denoted a similar condition with bilateral retinal involvement leading to visual impairment.
It is important to note that ICD codes are used for medical record-keeping, billing, and statistical purposes. They provide a standardized way to classify and document various health conditions. However, it is always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment options for Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
In the previous version, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), Leber Congenital Amaurosis was classified under code 362.71. This code represented "Other Retinal Dystrophies" and denoted a similar condition with bilateral retinal involvement leading to visual impairment.
It is important to note that ICD codes are used for medical record-keeping, billing, and statistical purposes. They provide a standardized way to classify and document various health conditions. However, it is always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment options for Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
Author: DiseaseMaps Editorial Team
Reviewed against authoritative medical sources (NIH GARD, Orphanet, OMIM)
Last updated: 2023-07-10
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