Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM A01 is the diagnosis code for Typhoid and paratyphoid fevers. This code falls under the section "Intestinal infectious diseases" within Chapter 1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where A01 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, A01 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
A01 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Typhoid and paratyphoid fevers". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
A01 is located in Section A00-A09 — "Intestinal infectious diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
A01 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A01.0, A01.1, A01.2, A01.3, A01.4.
Use A01 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Typhoid and paratyphoid fevers" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Typhoid and paratyphoid fevers is A01.
No, A01 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
A01 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, A01 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.