Anaphylactic reaction due to fruits and vegetables, subs

This code signifies an anaphylactic reaction that has occurred due to the ingestion or contact with fruits or vegetables, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care, such as monitoring, further treatment, or evaluation of complications. It indicates a severe, life-threatening allergic response involving multiple body systems.

Use this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management of an anaphylactic reaction previously caused by fruits or vegetables. This includes scenarios where the patient is returning for allergy testing, desensitization therapy, or to address lingering symptoms or complications from the initial event. It is appropriate for any encounter after the initial acute treatment.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the anaphylactic nature of the reaction and the causative agent (fruits/vegetables).
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" as indicated by the seventh character 'D'. For the initial encounter, a different seventh character would be used.
• Always code the specific fruit or vegetable if known and documented, using an additional code from the T78.04- category if applicable.