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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Allergy

ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Allergy

T78.40XA

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for unspecified allergy includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Allergy NOS
Allergic Reaction Unspecified
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Allergy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Allergy

Use ICD-10 code T78.40XA for unspecified allergy, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified allergy, initial encounter

Billable Code
T78.40XA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Acute onset of symptoms with no known allergen
coding:
  • • Avoid using for chronic conditions

Applicable To

  • • Acute allergic reaction of unknown cause

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'acute' and the absence of a known allergen.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R21

Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

Use to document skin symptoms associated with the allergic reaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should T78.40XA be used?

Use T78.40XA for acute allergic reactions when the allergen is unknown. Ensure documentation specifies 'acute' and includes symptom details.

What are the documentation requirements for T78.40XA?

Document the acute nature of the reaction, timing, symptoms, and lack of identifiable allergen to support T78.40XA coding.

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