ICD‑10 Code A062 – Amebic nondysenteric colitis Amebic nondysenteric colitis
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Billable
Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A062 |
|---|---|
| Category | A06 – Amebiasis Amebiasis |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A06.2 identifies amebic nondysenteric colitis, a condition caused by the Entamoeba histolytica parasite affecting the colon without the severe symptoms of dysentery. This code is billable and specific, used for reimbursement purposes in medical coding.
When to Use This Code
- Signs/symptoms consistent with the code description
- No more specific diagnosis or etiology documented
- Used during initial or follow‑up encounters per payer rules
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A060 | Acute amebic dysentery Acute amebic dysentery |
| A061 | Chronic intestinal amebiasis Chronic intestinal amebiasis |
| A063 | Ameboma of intestine Ameboma of intestine |
| A064 | Amebic liver abscess Amebic liver abscess |
| A065 | Amebic lung abscess Amebic lung abscess |
| A066 | Amebic brain abscess Amebic brain abscess |
| A067 | Cutaneous amebiasis Cutaneous amebiasis |
FAQ
ICD-10-CM code A06.2 specifically refers to amebic nondysenteric colitis, which is an infection of the colon caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica, characterized by inflammation without the severe symptoms of dysentery (bloody diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain).
Yes, A06.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code, meaning it can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes in healthcare billing and insurance claims.
The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM A06.2 became effective on October 1, 2025. It is important to use the correct code version based on the date of service.
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ICD-10 A06.2
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ICD10 code for amebic nondysenteric colitis