A96.2Billable

Lassa fever

Chapter
1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
Category
A96
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category A96

A96Arenaviral hemorrhagic feverA96.0Junin hemorrhagic feverYesA96.1Machupo hemorrhagic feverYesA96.8Other arenaviral hemorrhagic feversYesA96.9Arenaviral hemorrhagic fever, unspecifiedYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A96.2?

A96.2 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Lassa fever.

Is A96.2 a billable code?

Yes. A96.2 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is A96.2 in?

A96.2 falls under Chapter 1: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.

When did A96.2 become effective?

A96.2 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to A96.2?

A96.2 belongs to category A96, which includes 5 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.