A35
Billable

Other tetanus

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other tetanus?

ICD-10-CM A35 is the diagnosis code for Other tetanus. This code falls under the section "Other bacterial 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for A35

✅ This Code Includes

  • Tetanus NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as A35. They are mutually exclusive:

  • obstetrical tetanus (A34)
  • tetanus neonatorum (A33)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A35 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is A35 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A35 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A35 mean?

A35 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other tetanus". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is A35 in?

A35 is located in Section A30-A49 — "Other bacterial diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A35?

Use A35 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other tetanus" 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 Other tetanus?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other tetanus is A35.

Can A35 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A35 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A35 in?

A35 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from A35?

Type 1 Excludes for A35 include: obstetrical tetanus (A34); tetanus neonatorum (A33).

Is A35 valid for 2026?

Yes, A35 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousA34Obstetrical tetanusNext →A36Diphtheria
Code Details
A35
Other tetanus
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A30-A49 — Other bacterial diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM