ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A22.0
Cutaneous anthrax
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A22.0
Inclusion Terms
- Malignant carbuncle
- Malignant pustule
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code A22.0 (Cutaneous anthrax)
ICD-10-CM code A22.0 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 A22.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A22.0 - Cutaneous anthrax. 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 Cutaneous anthrax.