Mumps without complication

This code signifies a viral infection caused by the mumps virus, characterized by fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, and swelling of the salivary glands, particularly the parotid glands. It specifically indicates cases where no further complications, such as orchitis, oophoritis, meningitis, or pancreatitis, are documented.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of mumps without any mention of associated complications. This is appropriate for uncomplicated cases where the patient presents with typical mumps symptoms and recovers without developing secondary conditions. Ensure the medical record explicitly rules out or does not mention any complications.

• Do not use this code if any mumps-related complications are documented; instead, select a more specific code from the B26 category.
• Verify that the documentation explicitly states "without complication" or similar language to support the use of this unspecified code.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis when mumps is the sole reason for the encounter.