Cryptosporidiosis
ICD-10 A07.2 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis.
Cryptosporidiosis is an intestinal infection caused by the protozoan parasite Cryptosporidium, leading to diarrhea and gastrointestinal distress.
Detailed patient history and symptomatology, including duration and severity of diarrhea.
Patients presenting with acute diarrhea after exposure to contaminated water.
Consider testing for other gastrointestinal pathogens.
Testing stool samples for Cryptosporidium in patients with diarrhea.
Document clinical symptoms and rationale for testing.
May require infectious disease specialist involvement.
Common symptoms include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, dehydration, nausea, and vomiting.
It is primarily transmitted through contaminated water, food, or surfaces.
