Table 2.
Diagnostic codes of conditions/complaintsa used in concurrence with “R992” (confirmed COVID) to operationalize the post-COVID condition (ICPC-2)
| Description of health problem | ICPC-2 code |
|---|---|
| Pain (general/multisite and localized pain and symptoms from the musculoskeletal system, not classified elsewhere (neck, back, arms/hands, feet/legs)) | A01, L01-L17, L18-L20, L29 |
| Fatigue | A04, A05, A29 |
| Cough | R05 |
| Heart palpitations | K04, K05, K29 |
| Shortness of breath | R02 |
| Anxiety and depression | P03, P76, P01, P74 |
| Brain fog (concentration or memory problems) | P20 |
aWith condition/complaint we refer to all information that may be included in an ICPC-2 (International Classification of Primary Care 2) code: Diseases, disorders, signs, symptoms, and/or complaints as classified by the physician consulted.