Mumps without mention of complication

This code signifies an acute viral infection caused by the mumps virus, characterized by fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, and swelling of the salivary glands, particularly the parotid glands. It represents an uncomplicated case of mumps, meaning no other organ systems are affected.

Use this code for confirmed or suspected cases of mumps where the patient presents with typical symptoms and there is no documentation of associated complications such as orchitis, oophoritis, meningitis, or pancreatitis. Documentation should clearly indicate a diagnosis of mumps without any mention of sequelae.

• Do not use this code if any mumps-related complications are documented; instead, select a more specific code from the 072 series.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states "uncomplicated mumps" or similar phrasing to support this code.
• This is a legacy ICD-9-CM code; for current encounters, refer to the appropriate ICD-10-CM code (B26.9).