B961 - Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteria identified as the cause of a disease classified elsewhere
International Classification of Diseases
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ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) codes are used to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in association with hospital care. These codes provide a standardized way to track health conditions and their treatment outcomes.
Detailed Description
This code indicates that laboratory testing has identified Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteria as the specific cause of an infection or disease. Klebsiella pneumoniae is a type of bacteria that can cause various infections including pneumonia, urinary tract infections, bloodstream infections, and wound infections. This code is used alongside another primary diagnosis code that describes the actual infection or disease. It helps healthcare providers document the specific bacterial cause, which is important for determining the most effective antibiotic treatment.
Additional Information
This is a supplementary code that must be used with a primary diagnosis code. Klebsiella pneumoniae can be resistant to multiple antibiotics, making proper identification and sensitivity testing crucial for effective treatment.
Category
Bacterial infections
Medical Specialty
Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Laboratory culture or molecular testing confirming Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Primary diagnosis of infection or disease
What to Expect After
- Antibiotic sensitivity testing
- Monitoring treatment response
- Follow-up cultures as clinically indicated
Why Understanding This Code Matters
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