Family history of infectious and parasitic diseases

This code indicates a patient's family history of infectious or parasitic diseases, meaning a close blood relative has or had such a condition. It signifies a genetic predisposition or shared environmental exposure that may increase the patient's risk for similar conditions.

Apply this code when a patient's medical record documents a family history of conditions like tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis, or other communicable diseases. This is particularly relevant during preventive care visits, risk assessments, or when evaluating a patient with symptoms that could be linked to a familial infectious disease.

• Always ensure the documentation clearly specifies "family history" and the type of infectious/parasitic disease.
• This is a V-code, indicating a factor influencing health status and contact with health services, not a current diagnosis.
• Do not use if the patient themselves has the infectious disease; use the specific disease code instead.