ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A06.5
Amebic lung abscess
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A06.5
Inclusion Terms
Amebic abscess of lung (and liver)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code A06.5 (Amebic lung abscess)
ICD-10-CM code A06.5 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM A06.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A06.5 - Amebic lung abscess. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Amebic lung abscess.