ICD-10 Code for Bacillus
The ICD-10-CM 2027 alphabetic index lists bacillus with the subterms below. More specific codes depend on the details documented, as listed in the official index (6 codes, 6 billable).
Index entries for Bacillus
- abortus infection –
A23.1 - anthracis infection –
A22.9 - coli infection –
B96.20– see also Escherichia coli - Flexner's –
A03.1 - mallei infection –
A24.0 - Shiga's –
A03.0 - suipestifer infection – see Infection, salmonella
How to choose the right code
Start with the main term, then pick the indented subterm that matches the documentation (type, cause, site, laterality, episode of care). Always confirm the code in the tabular list: follow its Excludes1/Excludes2, “code first” and “use additional code” notes, and add a 7th character where required.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 alphabetic index.