Other tick-borne hemorrhagic fever

This code represents hemorrhagic fever caused by tick-borne pathogens, excluding specific types like Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever. It signifies a severe febrile illness characterized by bleeding tendencies, often involving multiple organ systems, transmitted through tick bites.

Use this code for documented cases of hemorrhagic fever where a tick vector is identified or strongly suspected, and the specific type of tick-borne hemorrhagic fever is not otherwise classified. Supporting documentation should include evidence of tick exposure, clinical signs of hemorrhagic fever, and laboratory findings consistent with a tick-borne etiology.

• Do not use this code if a more specific tick-borne hemorrhagic fever (e.g., Crimean-Congo) is identified; use the appropriate specific code.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the hemorrhagic fever to a tick bite or exposure.
• Consider co-reporting codes for specific symptoms or complications, such as thrombocytopenia or organ failure, if documented.