[Solved]: A 62 -year-old female visits her ophthatmologist…

A 62 -year-old female visits her ophthatmologist complaining of persistent eye discomfort, irritation, and a gritty sensation in both eyes. She reports experiencing excessive dryness, redness, and blurred vision that worsens throughout the day, despite using artificial tears multiple times daily. Her medical history includes rheumatoid arthritis, a known risk factor for severe dry eye syndrome. Upon examination, the physician diagnosed her with extreme dry eye disease due to rheumatoid arthritis. To provide relief and improve tear retention, the physician performs occlusion of tacrimal punctums by inserting temporary, absorbable tacrimal duct implants in both eyes. The patient is advised on post-procedure care and scheduled for a follow-up visit to assess her response to treatment and determine the need for further intervention. 8 Codes