ICD-9-CM Code 053.21 to ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 Equivalent of 053.21:
As of October 2015, ICD-9 codes are no longer used for medical coding. Instead, use this equivalent ICD-10-CM code, which is an exact match to ICD-9 code 053.21:
- ICD-10 Code B0233, Zoster keratitis (billable)
Historical Information for ICD-9 Code 053.21
BILLABLE ICD-9 CODE
Billable Code
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.Long ICD9 Description: Herpes zoster keratoconjunctivitis
Short ICD9 Description: H zoster keratoconjunct
Parent Code: 053.2 - Herpes zoster with ophthalmic complications