A25

Non-billable

Rat-bite fevers

A25 is the ICD-10-CM code for Rat-bite fevers. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as A25.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
A00-B99
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Wild animals usually avoid people. They might attack, however, if they feel threatened, are sick, or are protecting their young or territory. Attacks by pets are more common. Animal bites rarely are life-threatening, but if they become infected, you can develop serious medical problems. To prevent animal bites and complications from bites: Never pet, handle, or feed unknown animals Leave snakes alone Watch your…

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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Conditions mapped to this code

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A25?
A25 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Rat-bite fevers". It falls under A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
Is A25 a billable code?
No — A25 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as A25.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of A25?
A25 has 3 more specific child codes, including A25.0, A25.1, A25.9.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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