Albinism affecting the eye in which pigment of the hair and skin is normal or only slightly diluted. The classic type is x-linked nettleship-falls), but an autosomal recessive form also exists. Ocular abnormalities may include reduced pigmentation of the iris, nystagmus, photophobia, strabismus, and decreased visual acuity.
E70.31 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM E70.31 became effective on October 1, 2022.
This is the American ICD-10-CM version of E70.31 – other international versions of ICD-10 E70.31 may differ.