ICD-10-CM A49.8: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site

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About ICD-10-CM Code A49.8 (Other bacterial infections of unspecified site)

ICD-10-CM code A49.8 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 A49.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about A49.8 - Other bacterial infections of unspecified site. 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 Other bacterial infections of unspecified site.