ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A51.5
Early syphilis, latent
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A51.5
Syphilis (acquired) without clinical manifestations, with positive serological reaction and negative spinal fluid test, less than two years after infection.
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About ICD-10-CM Code A51.5 (Early syphilis)
ICD-10-CM code A51.5 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 A51.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A51.5 - Early syphilis, latent. 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 Early syphilis related to latent.