Post COVID-19 condition
In Provisional assignment of new diseases of uncertain etiology or emergency use (U00-U49), chapter 22: Codes for Special Purposes
1 billable code under U09: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.
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Official coding guidelines
From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.
Lists special-purpose U codes, U07.0 vaping-related disorder, U07.1 COVID-19, and U09.9 post COVID-19 condition, with guidance referenced to Sections I.C.1 and I.C.10.
All codes under U09
U09 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.
U09 MS-DRG
As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under U09 group to MS-DRG 951 (v44.0).
About the condition
Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is an illness caused by a virus. This virus is a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. It spreads when a person who has the infection breathes out droplets and very small particles that contain the virus. On this page, you'll find links to resources on important issues such as symptoms, risks, and how you can protect yourself and your family.
Read more about covid-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) on MedlinePlusCode history
Added in FY2022 (effective October 1, 2021). No changes since.