A50.53
BillableHutchinson's triad
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Hutchinson's triad is a set of three specific signs of late congenital syphilis that typically appear in childhood, including dental abnormalities (peg-shaped teeth), eye problems (interstitial keratitis), and eighth nerve deafness. This condition results from untreated syphilis passed from mother to child during pregnancy.
Coding Tips
- •A50.53 is specific to Hutchinson's triad manifestations; verify documentation confirms all three classic signs are present before assigning this code
- •This code is part of the A50 category for congenital syphilis; ensure the maternal syphilis history is documented and coded separately if applicable
Code Hierarchy
└A50Congenital syphilis└A50.5Other late congenital syphilis, symptomatic└A50.53Hutchinson's triad
└A50.53Hutchinson's triad