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A28.1

Billable

Cat-scratch disease

A28.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Cat-scratch disease. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
A00-B99
Parent
A28
Edition
FY2026

A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Cat scratch disease (CSD) is an illness caused by the bacterium Bartonella henselae. Almost half of all cats carry the infection at some point. The infection does not make cats sick. However, the scratch or bite of an infected cat can cause symptoms in people, including : Swollen lymph nodes , especially around the head, neck, and upper limbs Fever Headache Fatigue Poor appetite For people with weak immune systems,…

Read more about Cat Scratch Disease at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • •Cat-scratch fever

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A28.1?
A28.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Cat-scratch disease". It falls under A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
Is A28.1 a billable code?
Yes — A28.1 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

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

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