T85.21
BillableBreakdown (mechanical) of intraocular lens
T85.21 is the ICD-10-CM code for Breakdown (mechanical) of intraocular lens. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
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MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are cataracts? A cataract is a clouding of the clear lens inside your eye. This cloudiness blocks light from reaching the back of the eye, making it harder to see clearly. A cataract can affect one or both eyes, but it doesn't spread from one eye to the other. Cataracts usually develop slowly. As they get worse, your vision can become blurry or dim. Brighter lighting or new eyeglasses may help at first, but if…
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