ICD‑10 Code A013 – Paratyphoid fever C Paratyphoid fever C
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Billable
Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A013 |
|---|---|
| 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 A01.3 identifies Paratyphoid fever C, a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella paratyphi C. This billable code is used for diagnostic reimbursement and became effective for the 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM.
When to Use This Code
- Infection due to Salmonella paratyphi C
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 |
| 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 |
| A014 | Paratyphoid fever, unspecified Paratyphoid fever, unspecified |
FAQ
Paratyphoid fever C is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Salmonella paratyphi C. It is a type of enteric fever, similar to typhoid fever, but typically with milder symptoms. It can cause fever, headache, malaise, and gastrointestinal issues.
ICD-10-CM code A01.3 is used by healthcare professionals for diagnostic coding purposes to specify a diagnosis of Paratyphoid fever C. This code is crucial for accurate medical record-keeping, billing, and reimbursement for services provided.
Paratyphoid fevers (types A, B, and C) are less common than typhoid fever but occur globally, especially in areas with poor sanitation. Paratyphoid fever C is generally the least common of the three paratyphoid types.
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