BC Advantage - 2024 Issue 5

Coding for Zika: Unraveling the Threat of a Silent Predator

When we consider treacherous animals, our thoughts may drift to lions, bears, and sharks. Yet, the true menace is a far less conspicuous creature: the mosquito. This seemingly harmless insect can spread many deadly diseases, including Zika, dengue fever, yellow fever, and West Nile virus. In this article, our focus is on the Zika virus, exploring its means of transmission, presenting symptoms, diagnostic methods, and available treatments. Furthermore, we shed light on medical coding for Zika, providing nine detailed examples to simplify the accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM codes in accordance with established guidelines and conventions.   Zika, also known...

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