ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R78.81
Bacteremia
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R78.81
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
sepsis-code to specified infection
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code R78.81 (Bacteremia)
ICD-10-CM code R78.81 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM R78.81 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R78.81 - Bacteremia. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Bacteremia.