Hepatitis A without hepatic coma

This code represents an acute inflammatory condition of the liver caused by the Hepatitis A virus, characterized by symptoms such as jaundice, fatigue, nausea, and abdominal pain. It specifically indicates that the patient has not developed hepatic encephalopathy or other signs of severe liver failure.

Use this code for confirmed cases of acute Hepatitis A where the medical record explicitly states the absence of hepatic coma. This typically applies to patients presenting with the classic symptoms of acute viral hepatitis who do not exhibit neurological impairment. Documentation should include laboratory confirmation of HAV infection (e.g., positive IgM anti-HAV).

• Do not use this code if hepatic coma or other severe complications are documented; instead, refer to codes within B15.0.
• Ensure documentation clearly distinguishes between acute and chronic hepatitis, as Hepatitis A is always acute.
• Confirm the viral etiology (Hepatitis A) to differentiate from other forms of viral hepatitis.