Other specified bacterial foodborne intoxications
ICD-10 A05.8 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other specified bacterial foodborne intoxications.
This code is used for bacterial foodborne intoxications that do not fall under more specific categories. It encompasses various bacterial agents that can cause foodborne illness through the consumption of contaminated food.
Detailed patient history, including food consumption and symptom onset.
Patients presenting with gastrointestinal symptoms after eating contaminated food.
Consideration of recent outbreaks and local epidemiology of foodborne illnesses.
Testing for specific bacterial agents in cases of suspected foodborne illness.
Document the clinical rationale for testing and any relevant patient history.
Infectious disease specialists may require additional testing based on clinical presentation.
Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever.
Document the patient's food history, symptoms, and any laboratory results to support the diagnosis.
