Bacterial intestinal infection, unspecified
ICD-10 A04.9 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of bacterial intestinal infection, unspecified.
This code is used to classify bacterial infections of the intestines that are not specified further. It encompasses a variety of infections caused by different bacterial pathogens affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
Detailed patient history, laboratory test results, and clinical findings.
Patients presenting with diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever without a clear bacterial pathogen identified.
Consideration of recent travel history, antibiotic use, and exposure to contaminated food or water.
When a stool culture is performed to identify the causative organism.
Document the reason for the culture and any relevant clinical findings.
Gastroenterologists may perform additional tests based on clinical presentation.
Use A04.9 when a bacterial intestinal infection is suspected but the specific pathogen has not been identified.
Document the patient's symptoms, clinical findings, and any tests performed that support the diagnosis of an unspecified bacterial intestinal infection.
