BC Advantage - 2019 Issue 11

Thanksgiving-Specific Foodborne Illnesses - Types, Symptoms, and ICD-10 Codes

As families look to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner with their loved ones, federal health officials are calling the public's attention to the risk of foodborne illnesses. Caused by improper food handling or poor sanitation, food-related illnesses wreak havoc on the digestive system. With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, emergency physicians need to gear up to treat cases of gastrointestinal infections caused by food or beverages that contain harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses, or chemicals. Overindulgence in food and drink can also result in digestion problems and other medical conditions. Gastroenterology medical billing services are available to help physicians...

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