2025 ICD-10-CM code A02.1
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Infectious Diseases - Intestinal infectious diseases Certain infectious and parasitic diseases Feed
Salmonella sepsis. This is a systemic infection caused by Salmonella bacteria entering the bloodstream.
Medical necessity for the diagnosis and treatment of Salmonella sepsis is established by the presence of clinical signs and symptoms consistent with sepsis, along with laboratory confirmation of Salmonella in the bloodstream. The severity of the infection, the patient's underlying health conditions, and potential complications all contribute to establishing medical necessity.
Diagnosis and treatment of Salmonella sepsis typically falls under the purview of infectious disease specialists, internists, or hospitalists, especially in cases requiring hospitalization.Critical care specialists may be involved in managing severe sepsis and associated complications.The clinical responsibility includes confirming the diagnosis through blood cultures and other laboratory tests, administering appropriate antibiotic therapy, managing fluid and electrolyte balance, and providing supportive care.
In simple words: Salmonella sepsis is a serious blood infection caused by Salmonella bacteria, which are often found in contaminated food. It can cause diarrhea, high fever, stomach pain, dehydration, and even death in severe cases. People with weakened immune systems, babies, and the elderly are at greater risk. Treatment usually involves hospitalization, rehydration, antibiotics, and medications to control diarrhea.
Salmonella sepsis is a serious bloodstream infection caused by bacteria of the Salmonella genus.It is often a complication of Salmonella gastroenteritis, a more common form of Salmonella infection affecting the intestines. Salmonella sepsis can lead to severe inflammation throughout the body and can be life-threatening, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems, infants, and the elderly.
Example 1: A 70-year-old individual with a history of diabetes presents with fever, chills, abdominal pain, and diarrhea after consuming contaminated food. Blood cultures confirm Salmonella sepsis., An infant develops fever, lethargy, and poor feeding.Subsequent blood tests reveal Salmonella sepsis, likely acquired through exposure to contaminated food or surfaces., An individual with HIV presents with persistent fever, hypotension, and altered mental status.Blood cultures grow Salmonella, indicating sepsis as a complication of their immunocompromised state.
Documentation for Salmonella sepsis should include: positive blood cultures identifying Salmonella species; clinical signs and symptoms such as fever, chills, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hypotension, and altered mental status; history of potential exposure to contaminated food; relevant laboratory findings including complete blood count, electrolyte panel, and blood chemistry; details of antibiotic treatment and supportive care provided.
** Early diagnosis and treatment of Salmonella sepsis are crucial to improve patient outcomes.Severe cases may require intensive care management to address complications such as septic shock and multi-organ failure. Public health reporting may be required for confirmed cases of Salmonella infection.
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