Is ICD-10-CM code A67 billable?

No, A67 (Pinta [carate]) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code A67 belong to?

A67 belongs to Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: A00–B99 (Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases).

A67Not billable, use a more specific code below

Pinta [carate]

In Other spirochetal diseases (A65-A69), chapter 1: Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases

5 billable codes under A67: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

Instructional notes

Also applies, from Other spirochetal diseases (A65-A69)

These notes sit on A65-A69 and apply to every code under it, including A67.

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

leptospirosis (A27.-)
syphilis (A50-A53)

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

Rules for coding infections and parasitic diseases, including HIV, organism and drug resistance codes, sepsis and septic shock, MRSA, Zika, and COVID-19.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infections (page 19)
Infectious agents as the cause of diseases classified to other chapters (page 22)
Infections resistant to antibiotics (page 22)
Sepsis, Severe Sepsis, and Septic Shock (page 23)
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Conditions (page 27)
Zika virus infections (page 28)
Coronavirus infections (page 28)

Read Section I.C.1 (page 19)

All codes under A67

A67 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

A67 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under A67 group to MS-DRG 606, 607, 867, 868, or 869 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

DRG 606 Minor Skin Disorders with MCC (3 of 5 codes)
DRG 607 Minor Skin Disorders without MCC (3 of 5 codes)
DRG 867 Other Infectious and Parasitic Diseases Diagnoses with MCC (2 of 5 codes)
DRG 868 Other Infectious and Parasitic Diseases Diagnoses with CC (2 of 5 codes)
DRG 869 Other Infectious and Parasitic Diseases Diagnoses without CC/MCC (2 of 5 codes)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Bacterial Infections

Bacteria are tiny organisms (living things) that have only one cell. Under a microscope, they look like balls, rods, or spirals. They can be found almost everywhere on Earth. There are lots of bacteria in and on your body. In fact, your body has about 10 times more bacteria cells than human cells.

Skin Infections

Your skin is your body's largest organ. It has many different functions, including covering and protecting your body. It helps keep germs out. But sometimes the germs can cause a skin infection. It often happens when the germs enter your body through a break, cut, or wound on your skin. Other skin infections can happen in places where the skin rubs together, especially if the area is moist. Infections can also happen when you have a poor blood supply to an area of your body or if your immune system is weakened because of another disease or a medical treatment.

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.