Late congenital syphilitic oculopathy, unspecified

This code signifies ocular manifestations of syphilis acquired congenitally that become apparent after two years of age. It encompasses a range of eye conditions, such as interstitial keratitis, chorioretinitis, or optic atrophy, when the specific ocular involvement is not documented.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of late congenital syphilis affecting the eyes, but the specific type of oculopathy (e.g., interstitial keratitis, chorioretinitis) is not specified. This code is appropriate for patients presenting with visual impairment or other ophthalmic symptoms attributable to congenital syphilis in adulthood or late childhood.

• Do not use this code if the specific ocular manifestation (e.g., interstitial keratitis) is documented; instead, code the specific condition.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the oculopathy to congenital syphilis and indicates a late presentation.
• Consider sequencing this code after the primary manifestation if other systemic late congenital syphilis conditions are also present.