ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A36.0
Pharyngeal diphtheria
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A36.0
Inclusion Terms
- Diphtheritic membranous angina
- Tonsillar diphtheria
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code A36.0 (Pharyngeal diphtheria)
ICD-10-CM code A36.0 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 A36.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A36.0 - Pharyngeal 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 Pharyngeal diphtheria.