ICD‑10 Code A067 – Cutaneous amebiasis Cutaneous amebiasis
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Billable
Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A067 |
|---|---|
| Category | A06 – Amebiasis Amebiasis |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A06.7 is used for the diagnosis of cutaneous amebiasis, a skin infection caused by the parasite *Entamoeba histolytica*. This specific and billable code, effective October 1, 2025, covers various amebic manifestations affecting the skin, including related dermatitis and ulcers.
When to Use This Code
- Amebiasis, cutaneous
- Amebiasis, cutis
- Amebiasis, skin
- Dermatitis, amebic
- Ulcer, skin, amebic
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 |
| A066 | Amebic brain abscess Amebic brain abscess |
FAQ
ICD-10-CM code A06.7 specifically represents cutaneous amebiasis, which is a parasitic infection affecting the skin. This condition is caused by the *Entamoeba histolytica* organism.
Yes, A06.7 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code. This means healthcare providers can use it for accurate documentation and reimbursement purposes when diagnosing a patient with cutaneous amebiasis.
Cutaneous amebiasis typically manifests as skin lesions, ulcers, or dermatitis. These skin conditions are a direct result of the parasitic *Entamoeba histolytica* infection, often occurring as an extension from an underlying systemic amebiasis.
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Cutaneous amebiasis
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Entamoeba histolytica skin
Amebic dermatitis
Amebic skin ulcer
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ICD-10 A06.7
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ICD10 code for cutaneous amebiasis
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