Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM A96 is the diagnosis code for Arenaviral hemorrhagic fever. 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 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.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where A96 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, A96 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
A96 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Arenaviral hemorrhagic fever". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
A96 is located in Section A90-A99 — "Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
A96 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A96.0, A96.1, A96.2, A96.8, A96.9.
Use A96 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Arenaviral hemorrhagic fever" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Arenaviral hemorrhagic fever is A96.
No, A96 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
A96 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, A96 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.