Day: May 8, 2025

Pseudomonas pneumonia is a serious and potentially life-threatening lung infection caused primarily by Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a Gram-negative bacterium. This infection is particularly prevalent among hospitalized or immunocompromised patients and often occurs as a hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) or ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). Etiology and Risk Factors Pseudomonas aeruginosa thrives in moist environments and can resist many antibiotics, … Read more

Bilateral pneumonia is a serious lung infection that affects both lungs, causing inflammation and fluid accumulation in the alveoli (air sacs), which can interfere with normal breathing. It is often referred to as double pneumonia and may result from bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential due to the potential severity … Read more

Necrotizing pneumonia is a severe and potentially life-threatening complication of pneumonia characterized by the destruction and necrosis of lung tissue. It is often associated with bacterial infections that cause tissue damage, leading to cavitation within the lung parenchyma. Timely diagnosis and appropriate medical coding are crucial for effective clinical management, epidemiological tracking, and billing purposes. … Read more

Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection. Pneumonia, a common and serious respiratory infection, is one of the leading causes of sepsis. Accurately coding sepsis due to pneumonia using the ICD-10-CM system is essential for proper documentation, reimbursement, epidemiological tracking, and quality of care. Understanding Sepsis and Pneumonia … Read more

Atypical pneumonia, often referred to as “walking pneumonia,” is a type of lung infection that differs from the more common typical bacterial pneumonia. It is generally caused by atypical pathogens such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydophila pneumoniae, and Legionella pneumophila. These organisms are not detectable using standard bacterial culture techniques and often require special diagnostic methods. … Read more

What is Mycoplasma Pneumonia? Mycoplasma pneumonia is a type of atypical pneumonia caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Unlike typical bacterial pneumonias, it generally causes milder symptoms and is sometimes referred to as “walking pneumonia.” It is most commonly seen in school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults. Symptoms of Mycoplasma Pneumonia Common symptoms include: Although … Read more

Left lower lobe pneumonia is a type of lung infection that specifically affects the lower segment of the left lung. Pneumonia can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi and often presents with symptoms like cough, fever, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Correctly identifying and coding this condition is essential for accurate documentation, treatment, and … Read more

COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has led to a global health crisis with a wide range of complications. One of the most severe among these is COVID pneumonia, a viral pneumonia resulting from COVID-19 infection that can lead to acute respiratory distress and hospitalization. Accurate coding using the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision … Read more

Bacterial pneumonia is a serious respiratory infection caused by various bacterial pathogens, leading to inflammation of the air sacs in one or both lungs. Accurate diagnosis and classification are critical for treatment, reporting, and insurance purposes. The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), provides specific codes for bacterial pneumonia that assist in standardized documentation … Read more

Multifocal pneumonia is a type of pneumonia that affects multiple areas (foci) in one or both lungs. It is considered a more severe or widespread form of lung infection compared to lobar pneumonia, which typically affects only one section of the lung. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential to prevent complications, especially in immunocompromised … Read more