ICD‑10 Code A009 – Cholera, unspecified Cholera, unspecified
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Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A009 |
|---|---|
| Category | A00 – Cholera Cholera |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A00.9 is used for cholera when the specific type or causative agent is not identified. This severe diarrheal disease can lead to rapid dehydration and requires immediate medical attention for treatment and fluid replacement.
When to Use This Code
- Cholera, Asiatic
- Cholera, epidemic
- Cholera, malignant
- Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01
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ICD-10-CM code A00.9 designates cholera where the specific type of Vibrio cholerae or other causative agent is not specified or known. It's used for documentation and billing purposes when a more precise diagnosis isn't available.
Treatment for cholera, including unspecified cases, is critically focused on preventing and reversing severe dehydration through rapid fluid and electrolyte replacement. Oral rehydration solutions are commonly used, and in severe cases, intravenous fluids are necessary. Antibiotics may also be prescribed to shorten the duration and severity of the illness.
Common symptoms of cholera include profuse watery diarrhea (often described as 'rice-water stool'), vomiting, and leg cramps. These can lead to rapid fluid loss, severe dehydration, and shock, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
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A00.9
ICD-10 A00.9
cholera unspecified
unspecified cholera diagnosis
cholera symptoms
cholera treatment
bacterial diarrheal disease
Vibrio cholerae
ICD10 code for cholera
ICD10 code for unspecified cholera
acute diarrheal disease