A92.31
Billable

West Nile virus infection with encephalitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is West Nile virus infection with encephalitis?

ICD-10-CM A92.31 is the diagnosis code for West Nile virus infection with encephalitis. This code falls under the section "Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers" 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 A92.31

✅ This Code Includes

  • West Nile encephalitis
  • West Nile encephalomyelitis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A92.31 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A92.31 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A92.31 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A92.31 mean?

A92.31 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "West Nile virus infection with encephalitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of A92.31?

The parent code of A92.31 is A92.3 ("West Nile virus infection"). A92.31 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is A92.31 in?

A92.31 is located in Section A90-A99 — "Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A92.31?

Use A92.31 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "West Nile virus infection with encephalitis" 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 West Nile virus infection with encephalitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for West Nile virus infection with encephalitis is A92.31.

Can A92.31 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A92.31 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A92.31 in?

A92.31 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A92.31 valid for 2026?

Yes, A92.31 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
A92.31
West Nile virus infection with encephalitis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A90-A99 — Arthropod-borne viral fevers and viral hemorrhagic fevers
2026 ICD-10-CM