P37.1
BillableCongenital toxoplasmosis
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A parasitic infection caused by Toxoplasma that is passed from mother to baby before birth, potentially affecting the baby's eyes, brain, or other organs.
Coding Tips
- •This code is used only for congenital cases; acquired toxoplasmosis in older children/adults uses different codes
- •Document the specific manifestations (eye involvement, CNS involvement, etc.) if present for more complete coding
Code Hierarchy
└P37Other congenital infectious and parasitic diseases└P37.1Congenital toxoplasmosis
└P37.1Congenital toxoplasmosis