Other intestinal Escherichia coli infections
ICD-10 A04.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other intestinal escherichia coli infections.
Infections caused by various strains of Escherichia coli that affect the intestines, excluding those classified under other specific codes.
Detailed patient history, laboratory results confirming E. coli strain.
Patients presenting with diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever.
Consideration of recent travel history and food consumption.
When a stool sample is taken to identify E. coli strain.
Document the reason for culture and any relevant symptoms.
Infectious disease specialists may require additional tests.
Common symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and sometimes fever.
Diagnosis is typically made through stool culture and identification of the specific strain.
