Enteroinvasive Escherichia coli infection
ICD-10 A04.2 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection.
A bacterial infection caused by enteroinvasive strains of Escherichia coli, leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever.
Detailed patient history and symptomatology, including onset and duration of diarrhea.
Patients presenting with acute diarrhea and fever after consuming contaminated food or water.
Consider travel history and exposure to potentially contaminated sources.
Testing for enteroinvasive E. coli in patients with severe diarrhea.
Document clinical symptoms and rationale for testing.
Infectious disease specialists may require additional lab results.
Common symptoms include diarrhea (which may be bloody), abdominal cramps, fever, and vomiting.
Diagnosis is typically made through stool culture and laboratory testing to identify the specific strain of E. coli.
