ICD-10 Code A32.81 – Oculoglandular listeriosis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code A32.81 – Oculoglandular listeriosis
What it is
A32.81 identifies oculoglandular listeriosis, a form of Listeria infection that affects the eye and nearby lymph nodes. Use it when documentation specifically names this presentation.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include unilateral conjunctivitis, eye redness, and regional lymph node swelling, especially when linked to Listeria infection.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents oculoglandular listeriosis or a Listeria infection with eye involvement and associated glandular findings. Code it from the confirmed diagnosis, not from nonspecific eye irritation alone. Check documentation if the record only says suspected infection.
Do not use for
Do not use A32.81 for routine conjunctivitis, other bacterial eye infections, or listeriosis without oculoglandular involvement. If the chart does not clearly support this specific form, check documentation.
Coding tip
Assign A32.81 only when the record links Listeria infection to ocular and glandular involvement.