Find comprehensive information on shellfish allergy diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (Z91.01, T78.0XXA), SNOMED CT concepts, and differential diagnosis. Learn about shellfish allergy symptoms, testing (skin prick, IgE blood test), and management strategies. This resource offers guidance for healthcare professionals on accurate medical coding and best practices for documenting shellfish allergy in patient records. Explore resources for allergy testing interpretation and anaphylaxis management related to shellfish allergies.
Also known as
Allergy, other specified food
Allergic reaction due to shellfish, not elsewhere classified.
Personal history of allergy to shellfish
Past exposure to shellfish causing an allergic reaction.
Allergic urticaria
Hives or welts caused by an allergen, such as shellfish.
Other allergic rhinitis
Allergy-induced nasal inflammation, potentially due to shellfish.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Allergy to shellfish confirmed?
Yes
Anaphylaxis present?
No
Do not code for shellfish allergy. Investigate other diagnoses.
When to use each related code
Description |
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Shellfish allergy |
Fish allergy |
Food allergy NOS |
Coding shellfish allergy without specifying the type (e.g., shrimp, crab) leads to inaccurate data and potential underreporting for specific allergens.
Miscoding shellfish intolerance as allergy can skew prevalence data and affect treatment decisions. Proper documentation is crucial for accurate coding.
Insufficient clinical documentation to support shellfish allergy diagnosis poses audit risks and may lead to claim denials. Detailed history and test results are essential.
Patient presents with suspected shellfish allergy. Onset of symptoms occurred [timeframe] after ingestion of [specific shellfish, e.g., shrimp, crab, lobster, clams, mussels, oysters]. Symptoms reported include [list symptoms, e.g., urticaria, angioedema, pruritus, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspnea, wheezing, cough, throat tightness, dizziness, lightheadedness, hypotension, anaphylaxis]. Patient denies [relevant negatives, e.g., fever, chills, headache]. Past medical history includes [relevant PMH, e.g., atopic dermatitis, asthma, other food allergies]. Family history is significant for [relevant FH, e.g., allergies, asthma, eczema]. Physical examination reveals [objective findings, e.g., erythematous rash, wheezing, swollen lipstongue, stridor]. Differential diagnosis includes food intolerance, scombroid poisoning, other food allergies. Based on the clinical presentation and history, a diagnosis of shellfish allergy is made. Diagnostic testing may include skin prick testing or serum-specific IgE antibody testing to confirm the specific shellfish allergen. Treatment plan includes avoidance of all shellfish and shellfish-containing products. Patient education provided regarding ingredient labels, cross-contamination risks, and emergency management of allergic reactions. Prescribed epinephrine auto-injector (e.g., EpiPen) and instructed on its proper use. Follow-up appointment scheduled for [datetime] to reassess symptoms and management plan. ICD-10-CM code: Z91.01 (Allergy to shellfish). SNOMED CT code: 419099005 (Allergy to shellfish).