A92.39

What This Code Means

This code describes a West Nile virus infection that has caused complications beyond the typical fever and body aches, such as neurological problems, joint pain, or other systemic effects. It is used when the patient has West Nile virus with complications that don't fit into more specific categories.

Coding Tips

• •Always review the clinical documentation to identify the specific complication(s) present, as this will help determine if a more specific West Nile virus code (such as A92.31 for meningitis or A92.32 for encephalitis) should be used instead
• •Code the underlying West Nile virus infection with this code, and consider adding additional codes for the specific complications documented (e.g., arthralgia, myalgia) to provide complete clinical picture