A06
Non-Billable

Amebiasis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Amebiasis?

ICD-10-CM A06 is the diagnosis code for Amebiasis. This code falls under the section "Intestinal infectious 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 A06

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as A06. They are mutually exclusive:

  • other protozoal intestinal diseases (A07.-)

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

The following conditions are not included in A06. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • acanthamebiasis (B60.1-)
  • Naegleriasis (B60.2)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A06 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
A06.0Acute amebic dysenteryBillableA06.1Chronic intestinal amebiasisBillableA06.2Amebic nondysenteric colitisBillableA06.3Ameboma of intestineBillableA06.4Amebic liver abscessBillableA06.5Amebic lung abscessBillableA06.6Amebic brain abscessBillableA06.7Cutaneous amebiasisBillableA06.8Amebic infection of other sitesNon-BillableA06.81Amebic cystitisBillableA06.82Other amebic genitourinary infectionsBillableA06.89Other amebic infectionsBillableA06.9Amebiasis, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A06 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, A06 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does A06 mean?

A06 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Amebiasis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is A06 in?

A06 is located in Section A00-A09 — "Intestinal infectious diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of A06?

A06 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A06.0, A06.1, A06.2, A06.3, A06.4 and more.

When should I use A06?

Use A06 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Amebiasis" 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 Amebiasis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Amebiasis is A06.

Can A06 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, A06 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is A06 in?

A06 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from A06?

Type 1 Excludes for A06 include: other protozoal intestinal diseases (A07.-).

Is A06 valid for 2026?

Yes, A06 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousA05.9Bacterial foodborne intoxication, unspecifiedNext →A06.0Acute amebic dysentery
Code Details
A06
Amebiasis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A00-A09 — Intestinal infectious diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM