Bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
ICD-10 B96 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere.
ICD-10 code B96 is utilized to classify bacterial agents that are identified as the cause of diseases that are categorized elsewhere in the ICD-10 system. This category encompasses a variety of bacterial pathogens, including but not limited to, those responsible for infections that do not have a specific code assigned to them in other sections. The significance of this code lies in its ability to provide a more accurate diagnosis and treatment plan by identifying the underlying bacterial cause of a patient's condition. It is essential for healthcare providers to recognize the importance of these agents in the pathogenesis of various diseases, as this can influence treatment decisions and patient outcomes.
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
B96 includes a variety of bacterial agents such as those causing infections like tuberculosis, strep throat, and other bacterial infections that do not have a specific code assigned in the ICD-10 system.
B96 codes should be used when a bacterial agent is identified as a contributing factor to a disease that is classified elsewhere in the ICD-10, ensuring that the underlying cause of the condition is documented.
Documentation should include clinical evidence of the bacterial infection, the relationship between the infection and the primary disease, and any relevant laboratory results that confirm the presence of the bacterial agent.
