U21.9: Emergency use of U21.9
U21.9 refers to a specific diagnosis for emergency usage, particularly relating to emerging or re-emerging diseases that have significant potential of causing loss of life, prolonged existing hospitalizations, significant outpatient visits, and pose a significant threat of increase in healthcare costs. The actual application of U21.9 code can vary, as it is often used for diseases that may not have a specific definition under the current International Classification of Diseases (ICD). These could include novel strains of influenzas, newly identified viruses or bacteria, or emerging conditions that require immediate and critical response. Symptoms, progression, and affected systems would largely depend on the specific disease or condition associated with the use of this code.
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