A38
⚠ Non-billable
Scarlet fever
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases
Code
A38
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code A38?
ICD-10-CM code A38 represents Scarlet fever. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is A38 billable?
No. A38 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is A38 in?
A38 belongs to the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter (A00–B99) of ICD-10-CM.
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