Z881 - Medical record of allergy to antibiotic medications (other than penicillin)
International Classification of Diseases
What is a ICD-10 Code?
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 you have a documented allergy or adverse reaction to certain antibiotic medications, excluding penicillin-type antibiotics. This is an important part of your medical history that healthcare providers use to ensure they prescribe safe medications for you. The code helps medical staff quickly identify that you cannot take certain antibiotics and need alternative treatments when antibiotics are necessary.
Additional Information
This is a status code used for documentation purposes and does not represent a billable service. It helps ensure patient safety by alerting providers to avoid specific antibiotic classes.
Category
Personal history and risk factors
Medical Specialty
General medicine/All specialties
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Previous documented allergic reaction to non-penicillin antibiotics
What to Expect After
- Inform all healthcare providers of antibiotic allergies
- Consider allergy testing if reaction history is unclear
- Carry medical alert identification
Why Understanding This Code Matters
On Your Medical Bill
This code appears on your medical bills to identify the specific service, procedure, drug, or medical diagnosis you received. Understanding what it means helps you verify you're being charged correctly and know what to expect.
For Your Health
Knowing what this code represents helps you understand your treatment plan, ask better questions during appointments, and track your healthcare journey more effectively.
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