ICD‑10 Code A063 – Ameboma of intestine Ameboma of intestine
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Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A063 |
|---|---|
| Category | A06 – Amebiasis Amebiasis |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A06.3 represents Ameboma of intestine, a specific diagnosis within the broader category of amebiasis. It refers to a localized inflammatory mass or granuloma that forms in the wall of the large intestine, typically as a complication of chronic amebic infection caused by Entamoeba histolytica.
When to Use This Code
- Ameboma NOS
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A060 | Acute amebic dysentery Acute amebic dysentery |
| A061 | Chronic intestinal amebiasis Chronic intestinal amebiasis |
| A062 | Amebic nondysenteric colitis Amebic nondysenteric colitis |
| 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
An Ameboma of the intestine is a rare but serious complication of amebiasis, an infection caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It manifests as a tumor-like mass or granuloma in the wall of the large intestine, which can mimic other intestinal conditions like cancer or inflammatory bowel disease.
Diagnosis of an Ameboma typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, imaging studies (such as CT scans or colonoscopy), and laboratory tests to identify the Entamoeba histolytica parasite. Biopsy of the mass during colonoscopy is often crucial to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
Yes, ICD-10-CM code A06.3, Ameboma of intestine, is a billable and specific code. This means it can be used by healthcare providers to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes when submitting claims.
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ICD-10 A06.3
ICD10 code for Ameboma of intestine
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