ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A20.8
Other forms of plague
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A20.8
Inclusion Terms
- Abortive plague
- Asymptomatic plague
- Pestis minor
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code A20.8 (Other forms of plague)
ICD-10-CM code A20.8 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 A20.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A20.8 - Other forms of plague. 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 Other forms of plague.