A68: Relapsing fevers
Codes under A68 (Relapsing fevers). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| A68.0 | Louse-borne relapsing fever | ✓ |
| A68.0 | Louse-borne relapsing fever | ✓ |
| A68.1 | Tick-borne relapsing fever | ✓ |
| A68.1 | Tick-borne relapsing fever | ✓ |
| A68.9 | Relapsing fever, unspecified | ✓ |
| A68.9 | Relapsing fever, unspecified | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code A68?
A68 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Relapsing fevers. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is A68 a billable code?
No — A68 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example A68.0 — Louse-borne relapsing fever). 6 of the 6 codes under A68 are billable.
What codes fall under A68?
A68 includes A68.0, A68.0, A68.1, A68.1, A68.9, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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