ICD‑10 Code A066 – Amebic brain abscess Amebic brain abscess
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Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A066 |
|---|---|
| Category | A06 – Amebiasis Amebiasis |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A06.6 represents an amebic brain abscess, a serious parasitic infection of the brain caused by *Entamoeba histolytica*. This specific code is used for diagnostic and reimbursement purposes and may also apply when other organs like the liver or lungs are affected by amebic abscesses.
When to Use This Code
- Amebic abscess of brain
- Amebic abscess of brain and liver
- Amebic abscess of brain and lung
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 |
| A063 | Ameboma of intestine Ameboma of intestine |
| A064 | Amebic liver abscess Amebic liver abscess |
| A065 | Amebic lung abscess Amebic lung abscess |
| A067 | Cutaneous amebiasis Cutaneous amebiasis |
FAQ
ICD-10-CM code A06.6 specifically identifies an amebic brain abscess, which is a parasitic infection of the brain caused by the amoeba *Entamoeba histolytica*.
Yes, A06.6 is a billable and specific ICD-10-CM code, meaning it can be used by healthcare providers to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
Yes, the 'Applicable To' section indicates that A06.6 can be used for an amebic abscess of the brain, even if it co-occurs with amebic abscesses in the liver or lung.
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