Foot and mouth disease

This code represents foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), a highly contagious viral infection primarily affecting cloven-hoofed animals. While rare in humans, it can manifest with fever, malaise, and vesicular lesions in the mouth, on the hands, and feet. Human infection is typically mild and self-limiting.

Use this code for documented cases of human infection with foot-and-mouth disease virus. This diagnosis is supported by a history of exposure to infected animals or contaminated products, along with characteristic clinical signs and symptoms. Confirmation via laboratory testing (e.g., viral culture, PCR) further supports its use.

• Do not confuse with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD), which is caused by coxsackieviruses and enteroviruses (ICD-9-CM 074.3).
• This code is for human cases only; animal FMD is coded using veterinary diagnostic codes.
• Always review documentation for the specific viral etiology to differentiate from similar conditions.