A22.7 – Anthrax sepsis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases
ICD-10-CM code
A22.7
- Code
A22.7(claims format:A227)- Description
- Anthrax sepsis
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- Block
- A20-A28 Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases
- Parent codes
- A22
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
A22 – Anthrax
Includes:
- infection due to Bacillus anthracis
Index terms for A22.7
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in A22
- A22.0 – Cutaneous anthraxBillable
- A22.1 – Pulmonary anthraxBillable
- A22.2 – Gastrointestinal anthraxBillable
- A22.8 – Other forms of anthraxBillable
- A22.9 – Anthrax, unspecifiedBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code A22.7?
A22.7 is the ICD-10-CM code for anthrax sepsis, in the block A20-A28 (Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases).
Is A22.7 a billable code?
Yes. A22.7 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does A22.7 belong to?
It belongs to category A22 – Anthrax.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.