A88.1 – Epidemic vertigo

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Viral and prion infections of the central nervous system

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code A88.1
Code
A88.1 (claims format: A881)
Description
Epidemic vertigo
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
A80-A89 Viral and prion infections of the central nervous system
Parent codes
A88

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

A88 – Other viral infections of central nervous system, not elsewhere classified

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • viral encephalitis NOS (A86)
  • viral meningitis NOS (A87.9)

Block A80-A89

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • postpolio syndrome (G14)
  • sequelae of poliomyelitis (B91)
  • sequelae of viral encephalitis (B94.1)

Index terms for A88.1

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

Related codes in A88

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A88.1?

A88.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for epidemic vertigo, in the block A80-A89 (Viral and prion infections of the central nervous system).

Is A88.1 a billable code?

Yes. A88.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does A88.1 belong to?

It belongs to category A88 – Other viral infections of central nervous system, not elsewhere classified.

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.