A89 – Unspecified viral infection of central nervous system

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code A89
Code
A89 (claims format: A89)
Description
Unspecified viral infection of central nervous system
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

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

Block A80-A89

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

Index terms for A89

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

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A89?

A89 is the ICD-10-CM code for unspecified viral infection of central nervous system, in the block A80-A89 (Viral and prion infections of the central nervous system).

Is A89 a billable code?

Yes. A89 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.