Malaria due to simian plasmodia

This code identifies malaria caused by simian plasmodia, a type of parasitic infection transmitted by mosquitoes. These parasites typically infect non-human primates but can occasionally cause zoonotic malaria in humans, presenting with symptoms similar to other forms of malaria.

Use this code when diagnostic testing confirms malaria due to a simian Plasmodium species, such as Plasmodium knowlesi. Documentation should clearly specify the infecting simian plasmodium and exclude co-infection with other human-specific Plasmodium species.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "simian plasmodia" as the causative agent.
• Carefully review "Excludes1" notes to prevent incorrect co-coding with other specified Plasmodium types.
• Confirm the absence of mixed infections with P. falciparum, P. malariae, P. ovale, or P. vivax before assigning this code.