Other specified congenital infectious and parasitic diseases
ICD-10 P37.8 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other specified congenital infectious and parasitic diseases.
P37.8 encompasses a range of congenital infectious and parasitic diseases that can affect newborns, including congenital tuberculosis and toxoplasmosis. Congenital tuberculosis is a rare but serious condition where the infection is transmitted from the mother to the fetus, potentially leading to severe respiratory issues and systemic illness in the newborn. Symptoms may include respiratory distress, failure to thrive, and signs of sepsis. Toxoplasmosis, caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, can also be transmitted during pregnancy, leading to a variety of complications such as chorioretinitis, hydrocephalus, and intracranial calcifications. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to mitigate long-term effects. The coding of these conditions requires careful documentation of maternal history, clinical findings, and diagnostic testing to ensure accurate representation of the newborn's health status.
Detailed neonatal assessments, including physical exams and laboratory results.
Newborns presenting with respiratory distress or failure to thrive, requiring differential diagnosis for congenital infections.
Accurate coding requires comprehensive documentation of maternal health and any prenatal infections.
Pediatric follow-up notes that include developmental assessments and ongoing management plans.
Pediatric evaluations of infants with suspected congenital infections, including referrals for specialty care.
Consideration of long-term effects of congenital infections on development and health outcomes.
Used for newborns admitted with suspected congenital infections.
Complete history and physical examination, including maternal health.
Neonatologists should ensure thorough documentation of clinical findings and diagnostic tests.
Common congenital infections include congenital tuberculosis and toxoplasmosis, both of which require specific documentation of maternal health and clinical findings to ensure accurate coding.
