Measles with unspecified complication

This code signifies a diagnosis of measles (rubeola) where the physician has documented the presence of a complication, but the specific nature of that complication is not detailed. It indicates that the measles infection has progressed beyond its typical uncomplicated course, leading to an adverse event.

This code is appropriate when the medical record clearly states "measles with complication" or "complicated measles" without further specifying the particular complication (e.g., pneumonia, otitis media, encephalitis). Documentation must confirm the presence of measles and an associated, but unspecified, complication.

• Avoid using this code if the specific complication of measles is documented; instead, code the measles with the specified complication.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly states a complication occurred; do not assume a complication if not clearly noted.
• This code is less specific than codes for measles with particular complications and should only be used when specificity is truly lacking.