Trachoma (A71) ICD-10-CM
The A71 code range covers trachoma with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
- sequelae of trachoma B94.0
Codes in the A71 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the A71 range.
Trachoma
A chronic infection of the CONJUNCTIVA and CORNEA caused by CHLAMYDIA TRACHOMATIS.
About the A71 Code Range
The ICD-10 code section A71 is designated for diagnosing and documenting trachoma, a bacterial infection affecting the eyes. It includes specific codes for the initial stage (A71.0), the active stage (A71.1), and unspecified cases (A71.9).
These codes are essential for accurately identifying different stages of trachoma, which is sometimes referred to simply as "Trachoma," or by its active stage names such as "Trachomatous follicular conjunctivitis" and "Trachomatous pannus." The ICD-10 code for trachoma helps healthcare providers track and manage this bacterial eye condition, distinguishing between initial infection, active inflammation, and cases where the stage is not specified. Using the precise code ensures appropriate treatment and reporting of this condition categorized under bacterial eye infections and other specified eye disorders.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the A71 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the A71 range classify?
The range classifies trachoma. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
