Plasmodium ovale malaria

This code identifies malaria specifically caused by the parasite Plasmodium ovale. This form of malaria presents with symptoms similar to other malarial types, including fever, chills, headache, and myalgia, and can lead to recurrent paroxysms.

Apply this code when laboratory confirmation, typically via blood smear microscopy or PCR, identifies Plasmodium ovale as the causative agent of the patient's malaria. Documentation should clearly specify the species of Plasmodium identified.

• Do not use this code if co-infection with Plasmodium falciparum, P. malariae, or P. vivax is present; refer to the Excludes1 notes for appropriate combination codes.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states Plasmodium ovale as the identified species; avoid assuming based on geographic origin alone.
• Consider additional codes for associated complications or manifestations of malaria, if documented.