Carrier of infectious disease
Chapter 21:Factors influencing health status
ICD-10 Z22 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of carrier of infectious disease.
The ICD-10 code Z22, classified under the category of 'Carrier of infectious disease', is used to identify individuals who harbor an infectious agent without showing clinical symptoms of the disease. This category encompasses a variety of conditions where individuals may carry pathogens, such as bacteria or viruses, which can be transmitted to others. Common examples include carriers of tuberculosis, hepatitis B, and certain strains of streptococcus. Understanding the carrier status is crucial for public health management, as these individuals can pose a risk of spreading infections, particularly in high-risk environments such as healthcare settings or communal living situations.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Z22 includes conditions where individuals are carriers of infectious agents, such as tuberculosis, hepatitis B, and certain bacterial infections without showing symptoms.
Z22 codes should be used when a patient is identified as a carrier of an infectious disease, particularly when there is a need to monitor their health status or prevent transmission to others.
Documentation must include confirmation of carrier status through laboratory tests or clinical evaluation, as well as any relevant patient history and follow-up plans.
