A28.1 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Cat-scratch disease for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Terms applicables to A28.1 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to A28.1 ICD10 Code:
- A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
- A20-A28 Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases
- A28 Other zoonotic bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
A28.1 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about A28.1 ICD 10 code
Cat scratch disease (CSD) is an illness caused by the bacterium Bartonella henselae. Almost half of all cats carry the infection at some point. The infection does not make cats sick. However, the scratch or bite of an infected cat can cause symptoms in people, including :
- Swollen lymph nodes, especially around the head, neck, and upper limbs
- Fever
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Poor appetite
For people with weak immune systems, CSD may cause more serious problems. The best way to avoid CSD is to avoid rough play with cats that could lead to scratches or bites. If you do get a scratch or bite, wash it well with soap and water. If the bite or scratch gets infected or if you have symptoms of CSD, call your doctor.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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