ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for A87
Viral meningitis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for A87
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- meningitis due to herpesvirus [herpes simplex] (B00.3)
- meningitis due to herpesvirus [herpes simplex] (B00.3)
- meningitis due to measles virus (B05.1)
- meningitis due to mumps virus (B26.1)
- meningitis due to poliomyelitis virus (A80.-)
- meningitis due to zoster (B02.1)
Inclusion Terms
- Coxsackievirus meningitis
- Echovirus meningitis
Inclusion Terms
Lymphocytic meningoencephalitis
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for A87):
About ICD-10-CM Code A87 (Viral meningitis)
ICD-10-CM code A87 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 A87 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about A87 - Viral meningitis. 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 Viral meningitis.