A31
Non-Billable

Infection due to other mycobacteria

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Infection due to other mycobacteria?

ICD-10-CM A31 is the diagnosis code for Infection due to other mycobacteria. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for A31

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

The following conditions are not included in A31. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • leprosy (A30.-)
  • tuberculosis (A15-A19)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A31 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeA31 — Infection due to other mycobacteria
Sub-Codes 5 entries
A31.0Pulmonary mycobacterial infectionBillableA31.1Cutaneous mycobacterial infectionBillableA31.2Disseminated mycobacterium avium-intracellulare complex (DMAC)BillableA31.8Other mycobacterial infectionsBillableA31.9Mycobacterial infection, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is A31 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, A31 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does A31 mean?

A31 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Infection due to other mycobacteria". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is A31 in?

A31 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 A31?

A31 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A31.0, A31.1, A31.2, A31.8, A31.9.

When should I use A31?

Use A31 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Infection due to other mycobacteria" 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 Infection due to other mycobacteria?

The ICD-10-CM code for Infection due to other mycobacteria is A31.

Can A31 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, A31 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is A31 in?

A31 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A31 valid for 2026?

Yes, A31 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
A31
Infection due to other mycobacteria
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A30-A49 — Other bacterial diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM