Adverse effect of other bacterial vaccines, subs encntr

This code signifies a patient experiencing an unintended, undesirable reaction to a bacterial vaccine other than those specifically classified elsewhere, during an encounter for follow-up care or treatment of the adverse effect. This could include systemic or localized reactions that manifest after the initial administration.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management or evaluation of an adverse event caused by a bacterial vaccine (e.g., tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, meningococcal, pneumococcal) after the initial treatment or diagnosis of the reaction. This is appropriate for subsequent visits related to the adverse effect.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific manifestation of the adverse effect.
• Ensure the documentation clearly indicates the encounter is for follow-up care of the adverse reaction, not the initial presentation.
• Verify the vaccine administered was bacterial and not viral or another type.