A48.2 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Nonpneumonic Legionnaires' disease [Pontiac fever] for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to A48.2 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

A48.2 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about A48.2 ICD 10 code

Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia caused by bacteria. You usually get it by breathing in mist from water that contains the bacteria. The mist may come from hot tubs, showers, or air-conditioning units for large buildings. The bacteria don't spread from person to person.

Symptoms of Legionnaires' disease include high fever, chills, a cough, and sometimes muscle aches and headaches. Other types of pneumonia have similar symptoms. You will probably need a chest x-ray to diagnose the pneumonia. Lab tests can detect the specific bacteria that cause Legionnaires' disease.

Most people exposed to the bacteria do not become sick. You are more likely to get sick if you:

  • Are older than 50
  • Smoke
  • Have a chronic lung disease
  • Have a weak immune system

Legionnaires' disease is serious and can be life-threatening. However, most people recover with antibiotic treatment.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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