Mixed intestinal helminthiasis

This code signifies the presence of an infection involving the intestines with more than one type of parasitic worm. It indicates a co-infection where multiple helminth species are simultaneously infesting the gastrointestinal tract, leading to a range of potential symptoms depending on the specific parasites involved.

This code is appropriate when diagnostic testing (e.g., stool ova and parasite examination) confirms the presence of two or more distinct helminth species causing intestinal infection. Documentation should clearly identify the specific helminths involved, even though this code is for the mixed presentation.

• Do not use if only one type of intestinal helminth is identified; instead, code the specific helminthiasis.
• Ensure documentation specifies "mixed" or "multiple" helminth infections of the intestine.
• Consider co-occurring malnutrition or anemia, which are common complications of helminthiasis, and code them separately if documented.