Learn about iodine allergy diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10-CM, SNOMED CT), symptoms, testing, and treatment. Find information on iodine allergy reactions, contrast media allergy, and povidone-iodine allergy for healthcare professionals, coders, and patients. Understand the difference between iodine allergy and iodine intolerance, and explore resources for accurate medical recordkeeping and billing related to iodine hypersensitivity.
Also known as
Allergy, unspecified
Adverse reaction to iodine-containing substances.
Allergy status to drugs, medicaments and biological substances
Personal history of allergy to iodine or iodine-containing substances.
Complications following infusion, transfusion and therapeutic injection
Complications like an allergic reaction after receiving iodine contrast.
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Allergy to iodine confirmed?
Yes
Any systemic reaction?
No
Do not code iodine allergy. Code the presenting symptoms and/or reason for visit.
When to use each related code
Description |
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Iodine allergy |
Contrast media reaction |
Seafood allergy |
Patient presents with suspected iodine allergy. Symptoms reported include urticaria, pruritus, angioedema, skin rash, itching, swelling, respiratory distress, dyspnea, wheezing, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hypotension, andor anaphylaxis following exposure to iodine-containing substances. Potential iodine exposure sources documented include contrast media for CT scan or angiogram, povidone-iodine antiseptic solution, certain medications, andor dietary intake of iodine-rich foods like seaweed. Differential diagnosis considered iodine hypersensitivity, seafood allergy, and other allergic reactions. Allergy testing including skin prick test andor serum specific IgE antibody test for iodine may be indicated. Diagnosis of iodine allergy is based on clinical presentation, history of exposure, and positive allergy testing if performed. Treatment plan includes avoidance of iodine-containing substances, premedication with antihistamines and corticosteroids prior to necessary iodine exposure if unavoidable, and emergency management of anaphylaxis with epinephrine injection if it occurs. Patient education provided on iodine allergy management, avoidance strategies, and emergency preparedness. ICD-10 code T78.40XA, adverse effect of unspecified drug, medicinal and biological substance, initial encounter, may be applicable depending on specific circumstances. CPT codes for allergy testing and evaluation may also be applicable. Follow-up recommended for ongoing monitoring and management of iodine allergy.