A81.01
✓ Billable
Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases
Code
A81.01
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code A81.01?
ICD-10-CM code A81.01 represents Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is A81.01 billable?
Yes. A81.01 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is A81.01 in?
A81.01 belongs to the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter (A00–B99) of ICD-10-CM.
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