Long term (current) use of antibiotics

This code indicates a patient's ongoing, prescribed use of antibiotic medication for an extended period. It signifies that the patient is currently receiving antibiotic therapy, not for an acute infection, but for prophylactic or long-term management purposes.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current, continuous use of antibiotics, such as for acne, chronic urinary tract infection prophylaxis, or prevention of bacterial endocarditis. It is typically used as a secondary diagnosis to provide context for other conditions or treatments.

• Always sequence this code after the definitive diagnosis for which the antibiotic is being used.
• Do not use this code for short-term antibiotic courses for acute infections.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "long-term" or "current use" of antibiotics.