A15.0
Billable

Tuberculosis of lung

Billable / Specific Code

What is Tuberculosis of lung?

ICD-10-CM A15.0 is the diagnosis code for Tuberculosis of lung. This code falls under the section "Tuberculosis" within Chapter 1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for A15.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Tuberculous bronchiectasis
  • Tuberculous fibrosis of lung
  • Tuberculous pneumonia
  • Tuberculous pneumothorax

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A15.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A15.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A15.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A15.0 mean?

A15.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Tuberculosis of lung". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A15.0?

The parent code of A15.0 is A15 ("Respiratory tuberculosis"). A15.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A15.0 in?

A15.0 is located in Section A15-A19 — "Tuberculosis" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A15.0?

Use A15.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Tuberculosis of lung" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Tuberculosis of lung?

The ICD-10-CM code for Tuberculosis of lung is A15.0.

Can A15.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A15.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A15.0 in?

A15.0 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A15.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, A15.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
A15.0
Tuberculosis of lung
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A15-A19 — Tuberculosis
2026 ICD-10-CM