Kyasanur forest disease

This code represents Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), a tick-borne viral hemorrhagic fever endemic to parts of India. It is characterized by sudden onset of fever, headache, myalgia, and gastrointestinal symptoms, which can progress to hemorrhagic manifestations and neurological complications in severe cases.

Use this code for confirmed diagnoses of Kyasanur Forest Disease based on laboratory testing (e.g., PCR, serology) or strong epidemiological evidence in an endemic area. Documentation should clearly indicate the patient's symptoms, exposure history, and diagnostic findings consistent with KFD.

• Ensure documentation specifies the geographic exposure if not explicitly stated as KFD.
• Do not confuse with other viral hemorrhagic fevers; KFD is geographically specific.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.