ICD‑10 Code A170 – Tuberculous meningitis Tuberculous meningitis
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Active (Valid as of April 2025) · ICD-10-CM (US)
Code Details
| Code | A170 |
|---|---|
| Category | A17 – Tuberculosis of nervous system Tuberculosis of nervous system |
| Version | ICD-10-CM (US) |
| Status | Active (Valid as of April 2025) |
Plain‑English Summary
ICD-10-CM code A17.0 designates Tuberculous Meningitis, a serious bacterial infection of the brain and spinal cord membranes caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This specific code is used for diagnosis and billing purposes.
When to Use This Code
- Tuberculosis of meninges (cerebral)(spinal)
- Tuberculous leptomeningitis
Related Codes
Browse category »| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| A171 | Meningeal tuberculoma Meningeal tuberculoma |
FAQ
Tuberculous Meningitis is a severe bacterial infection of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord (meninges), primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It's a serious form of meningitis that can lead to significant neurological complications.
Diagnosis often involves analyzing cerebrospinal fluid, along with imaging studies like MRI or CT scans, and clinical symptoms such as headache, fever, and meningeal irritation. Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial due to its subacute progression.
ICD-10-CM code A17.0 is a specific, billable code used by healthcare providers for accurate medical record-keeping, billing, and reimbursement for the diagnosis of Tuberculous Meningitis. It ensures consistent classification and tracking of this condition.
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Tuberculous meningitis
TB meningitis
Meninges tuberculosis
Tuberculous leptomeningitis
Mycobacterium tuberculosis meningitis
Brain infection TB
Spinal cord TB
ICD-10 A17.0
ICD10 code for Tuberculous meningitis
A17.0 diagnosis code
Bacterial meningitis tuberculosis
Infectious nervous system tuberculosis