ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A39.1
Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A39.1
Inclusion Terms
- Meningococcal hemorrhagic adrenalitis
- Meningococcic adrenal syndrome
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code A39.1 (Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome)
ICD-10-CM code A39.1 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 A39.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A39.1 - Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome. 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 Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome.