A52 ICD-10-CM Code: Late syphilis
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
A52Late syphilis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where A52 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission (A50-A64)
- 3
Category A52
Late syphilis
- 4
Code A52
Late syphilis
More specific choices
Codes under A52
A52 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for A52.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for A52.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for A52.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for A52.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for A52.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code A52 mean?
A52 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Late syphilis.”
Is A52 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. A52 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is A52 located in ICD-10-CM?
A52 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission (A50-A64) (A50–A64), under category A52, Late syphilis.
What coding notes are listed for A52?
No inclusion terms are listed for A52 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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