Shigellosis (A03)

Shigellosis ICD-10 codes cover infections caused by different species of the Shigella bacteria, which lead to intestinal illness. These codes identify the specific bacterial cause, helping healthcare professionals document and treat varied forms of shigellosis effectively.

The ICD-10 code A03 corresponds broadly to shigellosis. More detailed codes like A03.0 to A03.3 specify infections by particular Shigella species: Shigella dysenteriae (also called Shigella dysenteriae colitis or Group A Shigella), Shigella flexneri (Group B Shigella), Shigella boydii (Group C Shigella), and Shigella sonnei (Group D Shigella). These details help distinguish cases for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment. Codes A03.8 and A03.9 cover other or unspecified types of shigellosis, including synonyms such as bacillary dysentery and bacterial dysentery. Using the correct ICD-10 code for shigellosis ensures precise communication about infections caused by different Shigella bacteria, aiding in public health tracking and patient care management.