ICD‑10 Code A054 – Foodborne Bacillus cereus intoxication Foodborne Bacillus cereus intoxication
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Billable
Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A054 |
|---|---|
| Category | A05 – Oth bacterial foodborne intoxications, NEC Other bacterial foodborne intoxications, not elsewhere classified |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A05.4 identifies cases of food poisoning caused by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. This code is used for specific diagnosis and reimbursement related to gastrointestinal illness resulting from consuming food contaminated with toxins produced by Bacillus cereus. It helps accurately classify this particular type of bacterial foodborne intoxication.
When to Use This Code
- Signs/symptoms consistent with the code description
- No more specific diagnosis or etiology documented
- Used during initial or follow‑up encounters per payer rules
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A050 | Foodborne staphylococcal intoxication Foodborne staphylococcal intoxication |
| A051 | Botulism food poisoning Botulism food poisoning |
| A052 | Foodborne Clostridium perfringens intoxication Foodborne Clostridium perfringens [Clostridium welchii] intoxication |
| A053 | Foodborne Vibrio parahaemolyticus intoxication Foodborne Vibrio parahaemolyticus intoxication |
| A055 | Foodborne Vibrio vulnificus intoxication Foodborne Vibrio vulnificus intoxication |
| A058 | Other specified bacterial foodborne intoxications Other specified bacterial foodborne intoxications |
| A059 | Bacterial foodborne intoxication, unspecified Bacterial foodborne intoxication, unspecified |
FAQ
ICD-10-CM code A05.4 specifically denotes foodborne illness caused by toxins produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. This is a common type of bacterial food poisoning that typically leads to gastrointestinal symptoms.
Yes, A05.4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code. This means it can be used by healthcare providers to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes when submitting insurance claims.
Bacillus cereus food poisoning is often associated with improperly handled or reheated foods, particularly cooked rice and pasta, as well as meat dishes, vegetables, and desserts, where spores have germinated and produced toxins.
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Gastrointestinal infection A05.4