A48.0 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Gas gangrene for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Terms applicables to A48.0 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to A48.0 ICD10 Code:
- A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
- A30-A49 Other bacterial diseases
- A48 Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
A48.0 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about A48.0 ICD 10 code
Gangrene is the death of tissues in your body. It happens when a part of your body loses its blood supply. Gangrene can happen on the surface of the body, such as on the skin, or inside the body, in muscles or organs. Causes include:
- Serious injuries
- Problems with blood circulation, such as atherosclerosis and peripheral arterial disease
- Diabetes
Skin symptoms may include a blue or black color, pain, numbness, and sores that produce a foul-smelling discharge. If the gangrene is internal, you may run a fever and feel unwell, and the area may be swollen and painful.
Gangrene is a serious condition. It needs immediate attention. Treatment includes surgery, antibiotics, and oxygen therapy. In severe cases an amputation may be necessary.
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