ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A77.8
Other spotted fevers
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A77.8
Inclusion Terms
- Rickettsia 364D/R. philipii (Pacific Coast tick fever)
- Spotted fever due to Rickettsia africae (African tick bite fever)
- Spotted fever due to Rickettsia parkeri
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code A77.8 (Other spotted fevers)
ICD-10-CM code A77.8 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 A77.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A77.8 - Other spotted fevers. 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 spotted fevers.