ICD-10-CM A38: Scarlet fever

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for A38

Scarlet fever

Coding Notes & Guidelines for A38

Includes Notes

scarlatina

Excludes2: Not Included Here

streptococcal sore throat (J02.0)

Inclusion Terms

Scarlet fever, NOS

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for A38):

A38.0 - Scarlet fever with otitis media A38.1 - Scarlet fever with myocarditis A38.8 - Scarlet fever with other complications A38.9 - Scarlet fever, uncomplicated

About ICD-10-CM Code A38 (Scarlet fever)

ICD-10-CM code A38 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 A38 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about A38 - Scarlet fever. 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 Scarlet fever.