Other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
ICD-10 A07.8 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other specified protozoal intestinal diseases.
This code is used for intestinal diseases caused by protozoa that are not classified elsewhere. It encompasses various infections that may lead to gastrointestinal symptoms.
Detailed patient history, laboratory test results, and treatment plans.
Patients presenting with diarrhea, abdominal pain, and weight loss after travel to endemic areas.
Consideration of travel history and exposure to contaminated food or water.
Testing for specific protozoal infections in patients with gastrointestinal symptoms.
Document the clinical rationale for testing and any relevant symptoms.
Infectious disease specialists may require additional laboratory tests.
Common infections include giardiasis, cryptosporidiosis, and other less common protozoal infections.
