H18.44
Keratomalacia
Clinical Information
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Dryness with ulceration and perforation of the cornea, with absence of inflammatory reactions, occurring in cachectic children; results from severe vitamin a deficiency.
Details
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H18.44 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM H18.44 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of H18.44 – other international versions of ICD-10 H18.44 may differ.