A17.1
Billable

Meningeal tuberculoma

Billable / Specific Code

What is Meningeal tuberculoma?

ICD-10-CM A17.1 is the diagnosis code for Meningeal tuberculoma. 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for A17.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Tuberculoma of meninges (cerebral) (spinal)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in A17.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • tuberculoma of brain and spinal cord (A17.81)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A17.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A17.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A17.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A17.1 mean?

A17.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Meningeal tuberculoma". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A17.1?

The parent code of A17.1 is A17 ("Tuberculosis of nervous system"). A17.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A17.1 in?

A17.1 is located in Section A15-A19 — "Tuberculosis" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A17.1?

Use A17.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Meningeal tuberculoma" 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 Meningeal tuberculoma?

The ICD-10-CM code for Meningeal tuberculoma is A17.1.

Can A17.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A17.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A17.1 in?

A17.1 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A17.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, A17.1 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
A17.1
Meningeal tuberculoma
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A15-A19 — Tuberculosis
2026 ICD-10-CM