Other specified intestinal helminthiasis

This code signifies an intestinal infection caused by parasitic worms (helminths) that are not otherwise classified by more specific ICD-9-CM codes. It covers a range of less common or unspecified helminthic infestations affecting the gastrointestinal tract.

Use this code when documentation indicates an intestinal helminthiasis, but the specific type of helminth is not precisely identified or falls outside the categories of ascariasis, hookworm, trichuriasis, enterobiasis, strongyloidiasis, or other specified cestode/trematode infections. This code is appropriate when the physician's diagnosis is "intestinal helminthiasis, unspecified" or a specific helminth not having its own unique code.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states an intestinal location for the helminthiasis.
• Avoid using this code if a more specific ICD-9-CM code for a particular helminth infection is available.
• Always query the provider for a more specific diagnosis if only "intestinal worms" or "parasitic infection" is documented.