A06.6 ICD-10-CM Code: Amebic brain abscess
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
A06.6Amebic brain abscess
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where A06.6 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Intestinal infectious diseases (A00-A09)
- 3
Category A06
Amebiasis
- 4
Code A06.6
Amebic brain abscess
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Amebic abscess of brain (and liver) (and lung)
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for A06.6.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for A06.6.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for A06.6.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for A06.6.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code A06.6 mean?
A06.6 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Amebic brain abscess.”
Is A06.6 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, A06.6 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is A06.6 located in ICD-10-CM?
A06.6 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Intestinal infectious diseases (A00-A09) (A00–A09), under category A06, Amebiasis.
What coding notes are listed for A06.6?
Its listed inclusion terms are Amebic abscess of brain (and liver) (and lung). No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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