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A06.0

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Acute amebic dysentery

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A severe intestinal infection caused by a parasite called Entamoeba histolytica that causes sudden onset of bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramping. This is an acute condition that develops rapidly and requires prompt treatment.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify the documentation specifies 'acute' amebic dysentery, as chronic amebic dysentery is coded separately (A06.1)
  • •Confirm the infection is caused by Entamoeba histolytica and affects the intestines; amebic infections can also affect the liver and other organs with different codes

Code Hierarchy

└A06Amebiasis└A06.0Acute amebic dysentery
└A06.0Acute amebic dysentery

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