Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for covid-19 infection includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for COVID-19 Infection
Use ICD-10 code U07.1 for covid-19, virus identified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Viral pneumonia, not elsewhere classified
Use with U07.1 for COVID-19 pneumonia.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Use with U07.1 for ARDS due to COVID-19.
The ICD-10 code for confirmed COVID-19 is U07.1, used for cases with a positive test result or provider confirmation.
Use Z20.828 for cases of exposure to COVID-19 without confirmed infection.