What is the primary code range for tuberculosis in ICD-10-CM?

The primary code range for tuberculosis in ICD-10-CM is A15-A19. This range specifically addresses different forms and manifestations of tuberculosis, including pulmonary and extrapulmonary variants. Each code within this range captures a specific aspect of the disease, enabling precise documentation and appropriate coding for healthcare claims.

For instance, the codes A15 and A16 refer to pulmonary tuberculosis, indicating that these codes are critical for accurately reporting cases where the lungs are affected. Other codes in this range, such as A17 and A18, focus on extrapulmonary tuberculosis, which affects other areas of the body. This level of granularity allows for better tracking of the disease's prevalence and assists healthcare providers in understanding the impact of tuberculosis on public health.

The other code ranges provided do not pertain to tuberculosis. B20-B24 codes relate to HIV disease and its complications, C00-C96 codes encompass neoplasms (cancers), and D50-D89 codes cover various blood disorders and other conditions. Understanding the specific coding for diseases like tuberculosis helps ensure that healthcare providers receive appropriate reimbursement and that public health statistics are accurately maintained.