A27.0

What This Code Means

This is a severe form of leptospirosis, a bacterial infection transmitted through contaminated water or animal urine, characterized by jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes) and bleeding. It represents the most serious presentation of this disease and can affect multiple organ systems including the liver and kidneys.

Coding Tips

• •Verify the clinical documentation confirms both the jaundice (icterus) and hemorrhagic manifestations before assigning this code, as milder forms of leptospirosis use different codes
• •This code should be paired with additional codes to specify any complications such as acute kidney injury, hepatic failure, or pulmonary hemorrhage if documented