A70 – Chlamydia psittaci infections

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases caused by chlamydiae

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code A70
Code
A70 (claims format: A70)
Description
Chlamydia psittaci infections
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
A70-A74 Other diseases caused by chlamydiae

Notes for A70

Applicable to:
  • Ornithosis
  • Parrot fever
  • Psittacosis

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

Block A70-A74

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • sexually transmitted chlamydial diseases (A55-A56)

Index terms for A70

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

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A70?

A70 is the ICD-10-CM code for chlamydia psittaci infections, in the block A70-A74 (Other diseases caused by chlamydiae).

Is A70 a billable code?

Yes. A70 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

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.