B58.00

Approximate Synonyms

• Ocular toxoplasmosis

• Toxoplasma oculopathy

Clinical Information

• Infection caused by the protozoan parasite toxoplasma in which there is extensive connective tissue proliferation, the retina surrounding the lesions remains normal, and the ocular media remain clear. Chorioretinitis may be associated with all forms of toxoplasmosis, but is usually a late sequel of congenital toxoplasmosis. The severe ocular lesions in infants may lead to blindness.

• Infection caused by the protozoan parasite toxoplasma in which there is extensive connective tissue proliferation, the retina surrounding the lesions remains normal, and the ocular media remain clear; chorioretinitis may be associated with all forms of toxoplasmosis, but is usually a late sequel of congenital toxoplasmosis; the severe ocular lesions in infants may lead to blindness.

Details

• B58.00 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

• The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM B58.00 became effective on October 1, 2022.

• This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B58.00 – other international versions of ICD-10 B58.00 may differ.