A22.1
Billable

Pulmonary anthrax

Billable / Specific Code

What is Pulmonary anthrax?

ICD-10-CM A22.1 is the diagnosis code for Pulmonary anthrax. This code falls under the section "Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases" 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 A22.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Inhalation anthrax
  • Ragpicker's disease
  • Woolsorter's disease

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A22.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A22.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A22.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A22.1 mean?

A22.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Pulmonary anthrax". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A22.1?

The parent code of A22.1 is A22 ("Anthrax"). A22.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A22.1 in?

A22.1 is located in Section A20-A28 — "Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A22.1?

Use A22.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Pulmonary anthrax" 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 Pulmonary anthrax?

The ICD-10-CM code for Pulmonary anthrax is A22.1.

Can A22.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A22.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A22.1 in?

A22.1 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A22.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, A22.1 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
A22.1
Pulmonary anthrax
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A20-A28 — Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM