ICD-10-CM A37 is the diagnosis code for Whooping cough. 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.
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 A37 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, A37 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
A37 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Whooping cough". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
A37 is located in Section A30-A49 — "Other bacterial diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
A37 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A37.0, A37.1, A37.8, A37.9.
Use A37 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Whooping cough" 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 Whooping cough is A37.
No, A37 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
A37 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, A37 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.