Z86.61

Billable

Personal history of infections of the central nervous system

Z86.61 is the ICD-10-CM code for Personal history of infections of the central nervous system. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Z00-Z99
Parent
Z86.6
Edition
FY2026

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

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is encephalitis? Encephalitis is inflammation (swelling) of the brain. It can happen when an infection or medical condition that affects the brain activates your immune system. The inflammation can cause a wide range of symptoms. In extreme cases, it can lead to brain damage, stroke , or even death. What causes encephalitis? There are different types of encephalitis, based on what the cause is. The two main…

Read more about Encephalitis at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Personal history of encephalitis
  • Personal history of meningitis

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Z86.61?
Z86.61 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Personal history of infections of the central nervous system". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
Is Z86.61 a billable code?
Yes — Z86.61 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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