ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A36
Diphtheria
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A36
Excludes2: Not Included Here
erythrasma (L08.1)
Inclusion Terms
- Diphtheritic membranous angina
- Tonsillar diphtheria
Inclusion Terms
Diphtheritic laryngotracheitis
Inclusion Terms
Diphtheritic myocarditis
Inclusion Terms
Diphtheritic peritonitis
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for A36):
A36.0 - Pharyngeal diphtheria
A36.1 - Nasopharyngeal diphtheria
A36.2 - Laryngeal diphtheria
A36.3 - Cutaneous diphtheria
A36.8 - Other diphtheria
A36.81 - Diphtheritic cardiomyopathy
A36.82 - Diphtheritic radiculomyelitis
A36.83 - Diphtheritic polyneuritis
A36.84 - Diphtheritic tubulo-interstitial nephropathy
A36.85 - Diphtheritic cystitis
A36.86 - Diphtheritic conjunctivitis
A36.89 - Other diphtheritic complications
A36.9 - Diphtheria, unspecified
About ICD-10-CM Code A36 (Diphtheria)
ICD-10-CM code A36 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 A36 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A36 - Diphtheria. 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 Diphtheria.