A69.0
Billable

Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis?

ICD-10-CM A69.0 is the diagnosis code for Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis. This code falls under the section "Other spirochetal 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 A69.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Cancrum oris
  • Fusospirochetal gangrene
  • Noma
  • Stomatitis gangrenosa

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A69.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A69.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A69.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A69.0 mean?

A69.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A69.0?

The parent code of A69.0 is A69 ("Other spirochetal infections"). A69.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A69.0 in?

A69.0 is located in Section A65-A69 — "Other spirochetal diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A69.0?

Use A69.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis" 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 Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis is A69.0.

Can A69.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A69.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A69.0 in?

A69.0 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A69.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, A69.0 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
A69.0
Necrotizing ulcerative stomatitis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A65-A69 — Other spirochetal diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM