A92.5
Billable

Zika virus disease

Billable / Specific Code

What is Zika virus disease?

ICD-10-CM A92.5 is the diagnosis code for Zika virus disease. This code falls under the section "Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers" 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for A92.5

✅ This Code Includes

  • Zika virus fever
  • Zika virus infection
  • Zika NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as A92.5. They are mutually exclusive:

  • congenital Zika virus disease (P35.4)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A92.5 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A92.5 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A92.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A92.5 mean?

A92.5 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Zika virus disease". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A92.5?

The parent code of A92.5 is A92 ("Other mosquito-borne viral fevers"). A92.5 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A92.5 in?

A92.5 is located in Section A90-A99 — "Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A92.5?

Use A92.5 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Zika virus 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 Zika virus disease?

The ICD-10-CM code for Zika virus disease is A92.5.

Can A92.5 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A92.5 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A92.5 in?

A92.5 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from A92.5?

Type 1 Excludes for A92.5 include: congenital Zika virus disease (P35.4).

Is A92.5 valid for 2026?

Yes, A92.5 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
A92.5
Zika virus disease
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A90-A99 — Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers
2026 ICD-10-CM