Encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases
ICD-10 Z11 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code Z11 represents encounters for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases. This category encompasses a variety of screenings aimed at early detection of infectious diseases, which can include viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections. Conditions covered under this category may include screenings for tuberculosis, sexually transmitted infections, and other communicable diseases. The clinical significance of these screenings lies in their ability to identify asymptomatic infections, allowing for timely intervention and treatment, thereby reducing morbidity and mortality associated with these diseases.
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
Z11 codes cover encounters for screening for various infectious diseases, including but not limited to tuberculosis, sexually transmitted infections, and other communicable diseases that require preventive screening.
Z11 codes should be used when a patient is undergoing a screening for infectious diseases, regardless of whether they exhibit symptoms. This includes routine screenings recommended by public health guidelines.
Documentation should include the reason for the screening, the type of screening performed, and any relevant patient history that supports the need for screening. It is important to maintain clear records to justify the use of Z11 codes.
