A52.15
Billable

Late syphilitic neuropathy

Billable / Specific Code

What is Late syphilitic neuropathy?

ICD-10-CM A52.15 is the diagnosis code for Late syphilitic neuropathy. This code falls under the section "Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission" within Chapter 1 β€” 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.

πŸ’‘ Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for A52.15

βœ… This Code Includes

  • Late syphilitic acoustic neuritis
  • Late syphilitic optic (nerve) atrophy
  • Late syphilitic polyneuropathy
  • Late syphilitic retrobulbar neuritis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A52.15 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A52.15 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A52.15 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A52.15 mean?

A52.15 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Late syphilitic neuropathy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A52.15?

The parent code of A52.15 is A52.1 ("Symptomatic neurosyphilis"). A52.15 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A52.15 in?

A52.15 is located in Section A50-A64 β€” "Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A52.15?

Use A52.15 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Late syphilitic neuropathy" 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 Late syphilitic neuropathy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Late syphilitic neuropathy is A52.15.

Can A52.15 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A52.15 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A52.15 in?

A52.15 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A52.15 valid for 2026?

Yes, A52.15 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
A52.15
Late syphilitic neuropathy
Billable / Specific Code
1 β€” Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A50-A64 β€” Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
2026 ICD-10-CM