ICD‑10 Code A0100 – Typhoid fever, unspecified Typhoid fever, unspecified
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Billable
Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A0100 |
|---|---|
| Category | A010 – Typhoid fever Typhoid fever |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A01.00 represents unspecified typhoid fever, a serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. This billable code is used when the medical documentation indicates typhoid fever without specifying a particular complication or manifestation. It's crucial for accurate medical coding and reimbursement for this acute systemic febrile illness.
When to Use This Code
- Infection due to Salmonella typhi
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A0101 | Typhoid meningitis Typhoid meningitis |
| A0102 | Typhoid fever with heart involvement Typhoid fever with heart involvement |
| A0103 | Typhoid pneumonia Typhoid pneumonia |
| A0104 | Typhoid arthritis Typhoid arthritis |
| A0105 | Typhoid osteomyelitis Typhoid osteomyelitis |
| A0109 | Typhoid fever with other complications Typhoid fever with other complications |
| A011 | Paratyphoid fever A Paratyphoid fever A |
| A012 | Paratyphoid fever B Paratyphoid fever B |
| A013 | Paratyphoid fever C Paratyphoid fever C |
| A014 | Paratyphoid fever, unspecified Paratyphoid fever, unspecified |
FAQ
ICD-10-CM code A01.00 signifies "Typhoid fever, unspecified." It is used when a patient is diagnosed with typhoid fever, but the specific type or complication of the infection is not detailed in the medical record.
Typhoid fever is a bacterial infectious disorder caused by Salmonella typhi. It is typically contracted through the consumption of food or drink contaminated with the bacteria.
Yes, A01.00 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code, meaning it can be used for reimbursement purposes to indicate a diagnosis.
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