ICD-10-CM A82 is the diagnosis code for Rabies. This code falls under the section "Viral and prion infections of the central nervous system" 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 A82 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, A82 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
A82 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Rabies". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
A82 is located in Section A80-A89 — "Viral and prion infections of the central nervous system" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
A82 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A82.0, A82.1, A82.9.
Use A82 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Rabies" 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 Rabies is A82.
No, A82 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
A82 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, A82 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.