Find comprehensive information on Haemophilus influenzae diagnosis, including clinical documentation requirements, medical coding guidelines (ICD-10 codes), and healthcare best practices for Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib). Learn about Haemophilus influenzae infection symptoms, treatment, and prevention strategies. This resource offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals, clinicians, and medical coders seeking accurate and up-to-date information on Haemophilus influenzae.
Also known as
Haemophilus influenzae infection
Infection caused by Haemophilus influenzae bacteria.
Pneumonia due to Haemophilus influenzae
Lung infection specifically caused by Haemophilus influenzae.
Acute suppurative otitis media due to Haemophilus influenzae
Ear infection with pus formation caused by Haemophilus influenzae.
Bacterial meningitis, Haemophilus
Inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes due to Haemophilus bacteria.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is H. influenzae invasive?
Yes
Meningitis?
No
Respiratory infection?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Haemophilus influenzae infection |
Bacterial pneumonia, unspecified |
Acute otitis media |
Coding H. influenzae without specifying the infection site (e.g., pneumonia, meningitis) leads to inaccurate severity and reimbursement.
Failing to distinguish between H. influenzae type B (Hib) and non-typeable H. influenzae impacts public health surveillance and treatment.
Lack of clinical documentation supporting the H. influenzae diagnosis can cause coding errors and compliance issues during audits.
Patient presents with symptoms suggestive of Haemophilus influenzae infection. Clinical presentation includes [specific symptoms observed e.g., fever, cough, otalgia, dyspnea, headache, altered mental status]. Onset of symptoms occurred [timeframe]. Patient history includes [relevant medical history, e.g., recent upper respiratory infection, immunizations, chronic illnesses]. Physical examination reveals [objective findings e.g., tachypnea, retractions, rhonchi, meningismus, purpuric rash]. Differential diagnosis includes bacterial pneumonia, meningitis, otitis media, epiglottitis, sepsis. Based on clinical findings and [diagnostic tests performed e.g., blood culture, cerebrospinal fluid analysis, sputum culture, complete blood count, chest x-ray], a diagnosis of Haemophilus influenzae [type of infection e.g., type b, non-typeable] infection is suspectedconfirmed. Treatment plan includes [specific medications e.g., antibiotics such as ceftriaxone, amoxicillin-clavulanate] administered [route of administration e.g., intravenously, orally]. Patient education provided regarding disease process, medication administration, potential complications, and follow-up care. Patient condition is currently stableimprovingdeclining and will be closely monitored. ICD-10 code[s] [relevant ICD-10 code(s) e.g., A49.1, G00.1, J14, H66.91] considered for this encounter. CPT code[s] [relevant CPT code(s) e.g., for procedures performed, such as lumbar puncture, blood draw, chest x-ray interpretation] will be documented upon completion of services. Further diagnostic testing andor treatment may be warranted based on patient response and clinical course.