A30
Non-Billable

Leprosy [Hansen's disease]

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Leprosy [Hansen's disease]?

ICD-10-CM A30 is the diagnosis code for Leprosy [Hansen's disease]. This code falls under the section "Other bacterial 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for A30

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as A30. They are mutually exclusive:

  • sequelae of leprosy (B92)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A30 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
A30.0Indeterminate leprosyBillableA30.1Tuberculoid leprosyBillableA30.2Borderline tuberculoid leprosyBillableA30.3Borderline leprosyBillableA30.4Borderline lepromatous leprosyBillableA30.5Lepromatous leprosyBillableA30.8Other forms of leprosyBillableA30.9Leprosy, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is A30 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, A30 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does A30 mean?

A30 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Leprosy [Hansen's disease]". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is A30 in?

A30 is located in Section A30-A49 — "Other bacterial diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of A30?

A30 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A30.0, A30.1, A30.2, A30.3, A30.4 and more.

When should I use A30?

Use A30 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Leprosy [Hansen's disease]" 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 Leprosy [Hansen's disease]?

The ICD-10-CM code for Leprosy [Hansen's disease] is A30.

Can A30 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, A30 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is A30 in?

A30 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from A30?

Type 1 Excludes for A30 include: sequelae of leprosy (B92).

Is A30 valid for 2026?

Yes, A30 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
A30
Leprosy [Hansen's disease]
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A30-A49 — Other bacterial diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM