Is A88.8 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes. A88.8 (Other specified viral infections of central nervous system) is billable and can be used for insurance claims. Always verify payer-specific requirements.

A88.8 ✓ Billable

Other specified viral infections of central nervous system

Q: What is ICD-10 code A88.8?

ICD-10-CM code A88.8 stands for "Other specified viral infections of central nervous system". It is a billable code in the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases

Code

A88.8

System

ICD-10-CM

Billable

Yes — valid for submission

Effective

FY2026

Chapter

Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases

Source

CMS / CDC NCHS

⚠ Verify before billing. Confirm against the current CMS/NCHS ICD-10-CM files and your payer's rules before claims submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A88.8?

ICD-10-CM code A88.8 represents Other specified viral infections of central nervous system. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is A88.8 billable?

Yes. A88.8 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.

What chapter is A88.8 in?

A88.8 belongs to the Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases chapter (A00–B99) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the A88 category

A88 Other viral infections of central nervous system, not elsewhere classified Non-billable A88.0 Enteroviral exanthematous fever [Boston exanthem] Billable A88.1 Epidemic vertigo Billable

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