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A36.8

Non-billable

Other diphtheria

A36.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other diphtheria. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as A36.81 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
A00-B99
Parent
A36
Subcodes
7
Edition
FY2026

A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A36.8?
A36.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other diphtheria". It falls under A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
Is A36.8 a billable code?
No — A36.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as A36.81) for billing.
What are the subcodes of A36.8?
A36.8 has 7 more specific child codes, including A36.81, A36.82, A36.83.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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