ICD‑10 Code A0105 – Typhoid osteomyelitis Typhoid osteomyelitis
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Billable
Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A0105 |
|---|---|
| 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 A01.05 is used for diagnosing typhoid osteomyelitis, a severe bone infection that occurs as a complication of typhoid fever, specifically caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi. This specific and billable code assists healthcare providers in accurate documentation and reimbursement.
When to Use This Code
- Typhoid osteomyelitis
- Osteomyelitis caused by Salmonella typhi
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A0100 | Typhoid fever, unspecified Typhoid fever, unspecified |
| 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 |
| 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 A01.05 specifically represents typhoid osteomyelitis, which is a serious bone infection that arises as a complication of typhoid fever.
Yes, A01.05 is designated as a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code, meaning it can be used by healthcare providers for diagnostic documentation and obtaining reimbursement for medical services.
Typhoid osteomyelitis is caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi, the same pathogen responsible for typhoid fever. The infection spreads from the bloodstream to the bone tissue, leading to inflammation and damage.
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