ICD‑10 Code A020 – Salmonella enteritis Salmonella enteritis
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Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A020 |
|---|---|
| Category | A02 – Other salmonella infections Other salmonella infections |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM A02.0 is the diagnosis code for Salmonella enteritis, a common form of food poisoning caused by ingesting food or water contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. This code specifically identifies the gastrointestinal infection aspect of salmonellosis.
When to Use This Code
- Salmonellosis
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A021 | Salmonella sepsis Salmonella sepsis |
FAQ
ICD-10-CM code A02.0 specifically identifies Salmonella enteritis, which is a gastrointestinal infection caused by various species of Salmonella bacteria.
Salmonella enteritis is commonly contracted through foodborne intoxication, meaning it results from consuming food or water contaminated with Salmonella. This often involves undercooked poultry, eggs, or cross-contaminated produce.
Yes, A02.0 is a billable and specific ICD-10-CM code, meaning it can be used for reimbursement purposes in medical billing and coding, effective for services on or after October 1, 2015.
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