Latex allergy status

This code indicates a patient's documented history of an allergic reaction to latex, regardless of whether the reaction was mild or severe. It signifies a predisposition to adverse events upon exposure to latex-containing products.

Apply this code when a patient has a confirmed history of latex allergy, even if they are not currently experiencing symptoms. This is crucial for alerting healthcare providers to avoid latex exposure during medical procedures, examinations, or product selection.

• Always document the specific type of allergy (e.g., latex) to support this code.
• This code is for a status (history) and does not indicate an active allergic reaction.
• Do not use this code for a suspected or unconfirmed latex sensitivity.