ICD-10 Code B73.01 | Onchocerciasis with endophthalmitis Symptoms, Diagnosis, Billing

Symptoms include severe eye pain, redness, blurred vision, and potential vision loss. Patients may also report a history of exposure to areas where the disease is endemic.

Treatment typically involves Ivermectin and corticosteroids to manage inflammation and infection. Supportive care is also essential to alleviate symptoms and monitor for complications.

This code should be used when a patient presents with ocular symptoms related to onchocerciasis, particularly when endophthalmitis is diagnosed or suspected.

Onchocerciasis is not directly contagious; it is transmitted through the bite of infected blackflies. However, awareness of vector control is crucial to prevent outbreaks.