Z22.31

Billable

Carrier of bacterial disease due to meningococci

Z22.31 is the ICD-10-CM code for Carrier of bacterial disease due to meningococci. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Parent
Z22.3
Edition
FY2026

Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is meningococcal disease? Meningococcal disease is the name for any illness that is caused by Neisseria meningitidis bacteria (also called meningococcal bacteria). These illnesses are often severe and can sometimes be deadly. They include infections of the lining of the brain and spinal cord ( meningitis ) and in the bloodstream ( sepsis ). Vaccines can help prevent the disease. What causes meningococcal…

Read more about Meningococcal Disease at MedlinePlus ↗

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

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z22.31?
Z22.31 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Carrier of bacterial disease due to meningococci". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z22.31 a billable code?
Yes — Z22.31 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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