Other amebic infections

This code represents amebic infections affecting sites other than the intestines, liver, lungs, or brain. These are typically caused by Entamoeba histolytica but can also include other pathogenic free-living amoebae. Such infections can manifest in various extrapulmonary or extrahepatic locations.

Use this code for documented cases of amebic infection in unusual or less common sites, such as cutaneous amebiasis, genitourinary amebiasis, or splenic amebiasis. Documentation should clearly specify the affected organ or tissue and confirm the amebic etiology through laboratory findings or biopsy.

• Ensure documentation specifies the exact site of infection to rule out more specific amebic codes (e.g., intestinal, hepatic).
• Do not use this code if a more specific code for amebic infection of a particular organ (e.g., liver, lung, brain) is available.
• Always review the physician's notes for definitive diagnostic statements regarding the amebic nature of the infection.