A23.1 – Brucellosis due to Brucella abortus

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code A23.1
Code
A23.1 (claims format: A231)
Description
Brucellosis due to Brucella abortus
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
A23

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

A23 – Brucellosis

Includes:
  • Malta fever
  • Mediterranean fever
  • undulant fever

Index terms for A23.1

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in A23

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A23.1?

A23.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for brucellosis due to Brucella abortus, in the block A20-A28 (Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases).

Is A23.1 a billable code?

Yes. A23.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does A23.1 belong to?

It belongs to category A23 – Brucellosis.

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.