ICD10 code of Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy and ICD9 code

Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (BVMD), also known as Best disease or Vitelliform macular dystrophy type 2, is a rare genetic eye disorder that affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. BVMD is characterized by the accumulation of lipofuscin deposits in the macula, leading to progressive vision loss.

In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), the code for Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy is H35.5. This code falls under the broader category of "Hereditary Retinal Dystrophies" (H35.5-H35.59). It is important to note that there may be additional digits or characters added to the code to provide more specific information about the condition.

In the previous version of the classification system, the ICD-9 code for Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy was 362.51. The ICD-9 classification system is no longer in use as it has been replaced by the more comprehensive ICD-10 system.

It is crucial for healthcare professionals to accurately assign the appropriate ICD-10 code for Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy when documenting and billing for services related to this condition. The code helps in tracking the prevalence, monitoring disease progression, and facilitating research on this rare genetic disorder.