A48
Non-billableOther bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified
Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- diseases generally recognized as communicable or transmissible
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- certain localized infections - see body system-related chapters
- •actinomycetomaB47.1
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
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Additional codes that should follow this code
Child Codes (7)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified?
The ICD-10-CM code for other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified is A48. The full clinical description is "Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified". A48 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code A48 mean?
ICD-10-CM code A48 represents “Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified”. It is classified under Chapter 1: Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is A48 a billable code?
No, A48 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 7 child codes under A48.
What chapter is A48 in?
A48 is in Chapter 1: Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (codes A00-B99).
What codes cannot be used with A48?
A48 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: certain localized infections - see body system-related chapters; actinomycetoma (B47.1).
What are the subcategories under A48?
A48 has 7 child codes, including: A48.0 (Gas gangrene), A48.1 (Legionnaires' disease), A48.2 (Nonpneumonic Legionnaires' disease [Pontiac fever]), A48.3 (Toxic shock syndrome), and 3 more.
Are additional codes required with A48?
Yes, when using A48, also report: resistance to antimicrobial drugs (Z16.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for A48?
A48 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0494052. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does A48 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of A48?
A48 maps to the ICD-11 code: 1C4Z (Unspecified bacterial disease).
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