A66.3
Billable

Hyperkeratosis of yaws

Billable / Specific Code

What is Hyperkeratosis of yaws?

ICD-10-CM A66.3 is the diagnosis code for Hyperkeratosis of yaws. This code falls under the section "Other spirochetal 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

Coding Guidelines for A66.3

✅ This Code Includes

  • Ghoul hand
  • Hyperkeratosis, palmar or plantar (early) (late) due to yaws
  • Worm-eaten soles

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A66.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Parent CodeA66 — Yaws
Current CodeA66.3 — Hyperkeratosis of yaws
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is A66.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A66.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A66.3 mean?

A66.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Hyperkeratosis of yaws". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A66.3?

The parent code of A66.3 is A66 ("Yaws"). A66.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A66.3 in?

A66.3 is located in Section A65-A69 — "Other spirochetal diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A66.3?

Use A66.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Hyperkeratosis of yaws" 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 Hyperkeratosis of yaws?

The ICD-10-CM code for Hyperkeratosis of yaws is A66.3.

Can A66.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A66.3 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A66.3 in?

A66.3 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A66.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, A66.3 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
A66.3
Hyperkeratosis of yaws
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A65-A69 — Other spirochetal diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM