Enterocolitis d/t Clostridium difficile, not spcf as recur

This code identifies enterocolitis caused by Clostridium difficile (C. diff), a bacterial infection leading to inflammation of the small and large intestines. It specifically applies to initial or subsequent episodes that are not explicitly documented as recurrent.

Use this code for patients diagnosed with C. diff enterocolitis confirmed by laboratory testing (e.g., stool toxin assay, PCR) when the documentation does not specify a recurrent episode. This applies to both community-acquired and healthcare-associated C. diff infections.

• Do not use this code if the documentation clearly states a recurrent episode of C. diff enterocolitis; refer to codes for recurrent C. diff.
• Ensure documentation specifies "not specified as recurrent" or lacks any indication of recurrence to accurately apply this code.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when C. diff enterocolitis is the reason for the encounter.