2025 ICD-10-CM code B90.8
Sequelae of tuberculosis of other organs. This refers to the long-term effects or after-effects of tuberculosis affecting organs other than the central nervous system, genitourinary system, bones, joints, or respiratory system.
Medical necessity is established by demonstrating the relationship between the current condition and the sequelae of the past tuberculosis infection. The documentation should support the need for ongoing treatment or management of the sequelae.
Clinicians should document the specific organ(s) affected and the nature of the sequelae.Diagnosis is based on a combination of factors such as medical history (including prior TB diagnosis), physical examination, imaging studies (like CT or MRI scans), and laboratory tests. Treatment focuses on managing the specific sequelae and may involve medication, surgery, or other therapies.
- I. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- B90-B94 Sequelae of infectious and parasitic diseases
In simple words: This code signifies the lasting impact of tuberculosis on organs other than the brain, spinal cord, urinary or reproductive system, bones and joints, or lungs.It indicates that even after the tuberculosis infection itself is gone, there are still some lingering effects on the body.
This code represents the after-effects of tuberculosis in organs excluding the central nervous system, genitourinary system, bones, joints, and respiratory system.It indicates the residual effects from past tuberculosis that are still present after the active disease has been treated. Examples include scarring, organ damage, or functional impairment resulting from the prior infection.
Example 1: A patient with a history of treated tuberculosis of the peritoneum presents with persistent abdominal pain and adhesions., A patient who had tuberculosis of the liver several years ago now exhibits signs of liver fibrosis and impaired function., A patient previously treated for tuberculosis of the adrenal glands experiences ongoing adrenal insufficiency.
Documentation should clearly link the current condition to the prior tuberculosis infection.The affected organ(s) and the specific sequelae (e.g., fibrosis, stricture, functional impairment) should be described. Supporting documentation might include imaging studies, laboratory results, and a detailed history of the prior tuberculosis treatment.
- Specialties:Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, other specialties depending on the specific organ affected.