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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Viral Gastroenteritis

ICD-10 Coding for Viral Gastroenteritis

A08.0
A08.11

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

Also Known as:
Stomach Flu
Viral Stomach Bug
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Viral Gastroenteritis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Viral Gastroenteritis

Use ICD-10 code A08.0 for rotaviral enteritis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Rotaviral enteritis

Billable Code
A08.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Rotavirus confirmed via lab test.

Applicable To

  • • Rotavirus infection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure specific pathogen identification to avoid unspecified codes.

Acute gastroenteropathy due to Norwalk agent

Billable Code
A08.11
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Norovirus confirmed by PCR in stool sample

Applicable To

  • • Norovirus infection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure specific pathogen identification to avoid unspecified codes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E86.0

Dehydration

Use if dehydration is documented alongside viral gastroenteritis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for viral gastroenteritis?

The ICD-10 code for viral gastroenteritis depends on the specific virus identified. For rotavirus, use A08.0, and for norovirus, use A08.11.

How should dehydration be coded with viral gastroenteritis?

Dehydration should be coded separately using E86.0 if present alongside viral gastroenteritis.

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