Wiki what DX when pt follow up in ED for 2nd abx

[kviolet]

Hi ALL!

I have a questions about what ICD-9 will be for pt's( child) follow up for second dose of antibiotic - no more fever.
Thank you for any input.


Wioletta

 

[FTessaBartels]

What infection was being treated

Code the infection that was being treated.

F Tessa Bartels, CPC, CEMC

 

[kviolet]

Hi !
Thanks for the answer- but ther was no infection, pt had fever, should code fever if no fever in 2nd visit ?
Thanks

Code the infection that was being treated.

F Tessa Bartels, CPC, CEMC