Trachoma (A71)
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.
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00–B99)
Other diseases caused by chlamydiae (A70-A74)
A71 Trachoma
- A71.0 Initial stage of trachoma
- A71.1 Active stage of trachoma
- A71.9 Trachoma, unspecified
Trachoma (A71)
Instructional Notations
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
Clinical Terms
The following clinical terms provide additional context, helping users better understand the clinical background and common associations for each diagnosis listed in this section. Including related terms alongside ICD-10-CM codes supports coders, billers, and healthcare professionals in improving accuracy, enhancing documentation, and facilitating research or patient education.
Trachoma
A chronic infection of the CONJUNCTIVA and CORNEA caused by CHLAMYDIA TRACHOMATIS.
