T78.01XA ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Anaphylactic reaction due to peanuts, initial encounter for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
T78.01XA ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about T78.01XA ICD 10 code
Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction. It can begin very quickly, and symptoms may be life-threatening. The most common causes are reactions to foods (especially peanuts), medications, and stinging insects. Other causes include exercise and exposure to latex. Sometimes no cause can be found.
It can affect many organs:
- Skin - itching, hives, redness, swelling
- Nose - sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose
- Mouth - itching, swelling of the lips or tongue
- Throat - itching, tightness, trouble swallowing, swelling of the back of the throat
- Chest - shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, chest pain or tightness
- Heart - weak pulse, passing out, shock
- Gastrointestinal tract - vomiting, diarrhea, cramps
- Nervous system - dizziness or fainting
If someone is having a serious allergic reaction, call 911. If an auto-injector is available, give the person the injection right away.
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