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ICD-10 Coding for Ureaplasma Infection(B96.8, A56.2, B96.0)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding for Ureaplasma infections, including documentation requirements and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:
Ureaplasma urealyticum infectionUreaplasma parvum infection
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Ureaplasma Infection

A00-B99Primary Range

Certain infectious and parasitic diseases

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
B96.8Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
N39.0Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
B96.8
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tractA56.2

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Ureaplasma Infection.

Documenting 'ureaplasmosis' without species

Impact

Clinical: Lack of specificity in treatment, Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards, Financial: Potential claim denials

Mitigation

Always specify the species, Use PCR results for documentation

Using N39.0 alone for Ureaplasma UTI

Impact

Reimbursement: May result in lower DRG assignment., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate data on infection causation.

Mitigation

Add B96.8 to specify Ureaplasma as the causative agent.

Incorrect organism coding

Impact

Failure to specify Ureaplasma can lead to audit issues.

Mitigation

Ensure PCR confirmation is documented and coded.

Frequently Asked Questions

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