A79.0
Billable

Trench fever

Billable / Specific Code

What is Trench fever?

ICD-10-CM A79.0 is the diagnosis code for Trench fever. This code falls under the section "Rickettsioses" 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 A79.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Quintan fever
  • Wolhynian fever

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A79.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is A79.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A79.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A79.0 mean?

A79.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Trench fever". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A79.0?

The parent code of A79.0 is A79 ("Other rickettsioses"). A79.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A79.0 in?

A79.0 is located in Section A75-A79 — "Rickettsioses" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A79.0?

Use A79.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Trench fever" 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 Trench fever?

The ICD-10-CM code for Trench fever is A79.0.

Can A79.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A79.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A79.0 in?

A79.0 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A79.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, A79.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
A79.0
Trench fever
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A75-A79 — Rickettsioses
2026 ICD-10-CM