A53.0Billable
Latent syphilis, unspecified as early or late
- Chapter
- 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
- Category
- A53
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category A53
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code A53.0?
A53.0 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Latent syphilis, unspecified as early or late.
Is A53.0 a billable code?
Yes. A53.0 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is A53.0 in?
A53.0 falls under Chapter 1: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
When did A53.0 become effective?
A53.0 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to A53.0?
A53.0 belongs to category A53, which includes 2 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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