A81.1

Billable

Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis

A81.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
A00-B99
Parent
A81
Edition
FY2026

A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Degenerative nerve diseases affect many of your body's activities, such as balance, movement, talking, breathing, and heart function. Many of these diseases are genetic. Sometimes the cause is a medical condition such as alcoholism, a tumor, or a stroke. Other causes may include toxins, chemicals, and viruses. Sometimes the cause is unknown. Degenerative nerve diseases include: Alzheimer's disease Amyotrophic…

Read more about Degenerative Nerve Diseases at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Dawson's inclusion body encephalitis
  • Van Bogaert's sclerosing leukoencephalopathy

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A81.1?
A81.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis". It falls under A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
Is A81.1 a billable code?
Yes — A81.1 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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