2025 ICD-10-CM code A37.0
Whooping cough due to Bordetella pertussis.
Medical necessity for treatment of whooping cough is based on the diagnosis, severity of symptoms, and potential for complications.Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to reduce the spread of infection and prevent severe outcomes, especially in infants.
Physicians diagnose whooping cough based on symptoms, history, and physical exam. Laboratory tests, such as nasopharyngeal cultures and PCR, can confirm the diagnosis. Treatment typically involves antibiotics, and supportive care may be necessary for severe cases, particularly in infants.
In simple words: Whooping cough is a very contagious disease that makes you cough a lot.It starts like a cold, but then the cough gets much worse and can last for a long time. It can be very serious for babies.
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial respiratory disease caused by Bordetella pertussis. It is characterized by severe coughing fits followed by a "whooping" sound during inhalation.Symptoms initially resemble a common cold but progress to paroxysmal coughing, which can last for weeks or months. Complications may include vomiting, rib fractures, difficulty breathing, pneumonia, seizures, and fatigue. Infants are particularly vulnerable to severe complications.
Example 1: A 6-month-old infant presents with paroxysmal coughing fits, followed by a "whooping" sound on inspiration, and vomiting after coughing. The infant has not completed the pertussis vaccination series., A 15-year-old adolescent presents with a persistent cough lasting for several weeks. The cough is worse at night and is occasionally followed by vomiting. The adolescent's vaccination status is unknown., A 30-year-old adult presents with a cough lasting for two months. The cough is worse at night and is occasionally accompanied by a "whooping" sound. The adult has not received a Tdap booster in adulthood.
Documentation should include signs and symptoms, such as the nature and duration of cough, presence of "whooping" sound, and any associated symptoms like vomiting or difficulty breathing.Laboratory test results, vaccination history, and treatment details should also be documented.
- Specialties:Infectious Disease, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital, Telehealth Provided in Patient’s Home, Telehealth Provided Other than in Patient’s Home