Enterovirus infection, unspecified

This code signifies an infection caused by an enterovirus when the specific type of enterovirus is not identified. Enteroviruses are a common group of viruses that can cause a wide range of illnesses, from mild, non-specific febrile illnesses to more severe conditions affecting the central nervous system, heart, or other organs.

Use this code when documentation confirms an enterovirus infection but does not specify the particular serotype (e.g., Coxsackievirus, Echovirus, Poliovirus). This is appropriate when laboratory testing indicates the presence of an enterovirus, but further speciation is unavailable or not performed.

• Always attempt to code to the highest level of specificity; if the specific enterovirus is known, use the more precise code.
• Do not use this code if the documentation specifies a particular enterovirus, such as Coxsackievirus (B34.2) or Echovirus (B34.3).
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis if the enterovirus infection is the reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it's a co-existing condition.