A27.8 – Other forms of leptospirosis

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code A27.8
Code
A27.8 (claims format: A278)
Description
Other forms of leptospirosis
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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
A27

Billable codes under A27.8

A27.8 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Related codes in A27

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A27.8?

A27.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other forms of leptospirosis, in the block A20-A28 (Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases).

Is A27.8 a billable code?

No. A27.8 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

What category does A27.8 belong to?

It belongs to category A27 – Leptospirosis.

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.