A39.82
BillableMeningococcal retrobulbar neuritis
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
This is an infection caused by meningococcal bacteria that affects the optic nerve located behind the eye, causing inflammation and potentially vision problems. It is a serious complication of meningococcal disease that requires prompt treatment.
Coding Tips
- •This code should only be used when meningococcal infection has specifically caused retrobulbar neuritis; do not use for other causes of optic nerve inflammation
- •Verify documentation confirms both the meningococcal etiology and the retrobulbar neuritis diagnosis before assigning this code, as it represents a specific complication
Code Hierarchy
└A39Meningococcal infection└A39.8Other meningococcal infections└A39.82Meningococcal retrobulbar neuritis
└A39.82Meningococcal retrobulbar neuritis