Influenza

Progression

• When did disease process start
  
• Initial versus subsequent visit
  

Location

• N/A
  

Acuity

• N/A
  

Name

• Disease name, etiology, organism, severity, degree, type
  
• ICD-10 coding is less specific about type and more specific as to manifestations or complications of influenza
• Identify and link any associated manifestations such as:
  
  • Laryngitis, pharyngitis, upper respiratory symptoms
    
  • Pleural effusion
    
  • Pneumonia
    
  • Lung abscess
    
  • GI manisfestations
    
  • Encephalopathy
    
  • Myocarditis
    
  • Otitis media
    

Necessary Procedures

• Support patient airway or manage hydration
  

Other

• Any additional information pertinent to case

Why

• Identify the causal organism-avian influenza, H1N1 influenza (must be confirmed by provider), etc.
  
• Any known underlying conditions, comorbidities, associated problems, abnormal vitals, underdosing of medications, hemorrhage, change in medications, smoking, etc.