Code HIV or HIV related illness only if it is confirmed in the medical record or in a diagnostic statement.
042 should be coded for HIV or related illnesses
V08 should be coded for HIV patients with an asymptomatic status
795.71 is for nonspecific HIV serology.
Remember once the patient has an HIV diagnosis, you can not use V08.
To learn more about HIV click on the link below:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hiv-aids/DS00005
Reference section 1.c.1.a,d,e Human Immunodeficiency Virus (ICD9 Manual)
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