A36.8
Non-billableOther diphtheria
Other diphtheria
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
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
Child Codes (7)
A36.81Diphtheritic cardiomyopathy
A36.82Diphtheritic radiculomyelitis
A36.83Diphtheritic polyneuritis
A36.84Diphtheritic tubulo-interstitial nephropathy
A36.85Diphtheritic cystitis
A36.86Diphtheritic conjunctivitis
A36.89Other diphtheritic complications
Related Codes(5)
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 diphtheria?
The ICD-10-CM code for other diphtheria is A36.8. The full clinical description is "Other diphtheria". A36.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code A36.8 mean?
ICD-10-CM code A36.8 represents “Other diphtheria”. 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 A36.8 a billable code?
No, A36.8 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 A36.8.
What chapter is A36.8 in?
A36.8 is in Chapter 1: Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (codes A00-B99).
What codes cannot be used with A36.8?
A36.8 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: certain localized infections - see body system-related chapters.
What are the subcategories under A36.8?
A36.8 has 7 child codes, including: A36.81 (Diphtheritic cardiomyopathy), A36.82 (Diphtheritic radiculomyelitis), A36.83 (Diphtheritic polyneuritis), A36.84 (Diphtheritic tubulo-interstitial nephropathy), and 3 more.
Are additional codes required with A36.8?
Yes, when using A36.8, also report: resistance to antimicrobial drugs (Z16.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for A36.8?
A36.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0348127. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does A36.8 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like other diphtheria 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 A36.8?
A36.8 maps to the ICD-11 code: 1C17.Y (Other specified diphtheria).
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