Toxic Shock Syndrome is a severe condition caused by toxins produced by certain bacteria. The ICD-10 code for Toxic Shock Syndrome is A48.3. In the previous coding system, ICD-9, the code for this condition was 040.81. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is a severe condition caused by toxins released by certain bacteria. In the International Classification of Diseases, TSS is classified under different codes for ICD-10 and ICD-9.
For ICD-10, the code for Toxic Shock Syndrome is A48.3. This code falls under the chapter "Certain infectious and parasitic diseases" and specifically refers to "toxic shock syndrome." The inclusion of this code in ICD-10 helps healthcare professionals accurately identify and document cases of TSS.
In ICD-9, the code for Toxic Shock Syndrome is 040.81. This code falls under the chapter "Infectious and Parasitic Diseases" and specifically refers to "toxic shock syndrome (staphylococcal)." This code was used in the previous version of the classification system and has been replaced by the more specific code in ICD-10.
Remember, it is always important to consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and coding information regarding specific medical conditions.