A41
Non-Billable

Other sepsis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other sepsis?

ICD-10-CM A41 is the diagnosis code for Other sepsis. 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for A41

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as A41. They are mutually exclusive:

  • bacteremia NOS (R78.81)
  • neonatal (P36.-)
  • puerperal sepsis (O85)
  • streptococcal sepsis (A40.-)

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

The following conditions are not included in A41. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • sepsis (due to) (in) actinomycotic (A42.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) anthrax (A22.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) candidal (B37.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) Erysipelothrix (A26.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) extraintestinal yersiniosis (A28.2)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) gonococcal (A54.86)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) herpesviral (B00.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) listerial (A32.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) melioidosis (A24.1)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) meningococcal (A39.2-A39.4)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) plague (A20.7)
  • sepsis (due to) (in) tularemia (A21.7)
  • toxic shock syndrome (A48.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A41 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
A41.0Sepsis due to Staphylococcus aureusNon-BillableA41.01Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureusBillableA41.02Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureusBillableA41.1Sepsis due to other specified staphylococcusBillableA41.2Sepsis due to unspecified staphylococcusBillableA41.3Sepsis due to Hemophilus influenzaeBillableA41.4Sepsis due to anaerobesBillableA41.5Sepsis due to other Gram-negative organismsNon-BillableA41.50Gram-negative sepsis, unspecifiedBillableA41.51Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]BillableA41.52Sepsis due to PseudomonasBillableA41.53Sepsis due to SerratiaBillableA41.54Sepsis due to Acinetobacter baumanniiBillableA41.59Other Gram-negative sepsisBillableA41.8Other specified sepsisNon-BillableA41.81Sepsis due to EnterococcusBillableA41.89Other specified sepsisBillableA41.9Sepsis, unspecified organismBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A41 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, A41 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does A41 mean?

A41 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other sepsis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is A41 in?

A41 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 A41?

A41 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A41.0, A41.1, A41.2, A41.3, A41.4 and more.

When should I use A41?

Use A41 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other sepsis" 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 Other sepsis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other sepsis is A41.

Can A41 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, A41 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is A41 in?

A41 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from A41?

Type 1 Excludes for A41 include: bacteremia NOS (R78.81); neonatal (P36.-); puerperal sepsis (O85) and more.

Is A41 valid for 2026?

Yes, A41 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
A41
Other sepsis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A30-A49 — Other bacterial diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM