Hepatitis due to toxoplasmosis

This code signifies inflammation of the liver (hepatitis) specifically caused by an infection with the parasite Toxoplasma gondii. This parasitic infection, known as toxoplasmosis, can lead to liver dysfunction and damage.

This code is appropriate when documentation clearly states hepatitis is a direct consequence of toxoplasmosis. Clinical scenarios include immunocompromised patients developing liver involvement from reactivated toxoplasmosis, or congenital toxoplasmosis presenting with hepatic manifestations. Supporting documentation would include laboratory confirmation of Toxoplasma gondii infection and evidence of hepatitis (e.g., elevated liver enzymes, imaging findings).

• Always code the underlying toxoplasmosis (e.g., 136.0) first, followed by this code for the manifestation.
• Do not use this code if hepatitis is attributed to other infectious agents or non-infectious causes.
• Ensure the physician's documentation explicitly links the hepatitis to toxoplasmosis.