Need for prophylactic vaccination and inoculation against cholera alone

This code signifies an encounter for preventive measures against cholera, specifically when a patient is receiving only the cholera vaccine or inoculation. It indicates a prophylactic action taken to prevent future infection, not the treatment of an active disease.

Use this code when a patient presents solely for cholera vaccination, such as before international travel to endemic areas or during public health campaigns. It is appropriate for healthy individuals seeking protection against the disease.

• Do not use this code if the patient is being vaccinated against multiple diseases; a more specific combination code may be available.
• This code is for prophylactic encounters only; it should not be used for active cholera infection.
• Consider any associated administration codes for the vaccine itself.