Codes for Special Purposes (U00–U85) ICD-10-CM
Chapter 22 of the ICD-10-CM classification spans codes U00–U49 and contains 5 diagnosis codes for codes for special purposes, of which 3 are billable. The chapter is organized into 1 sections listed below, each linking to its code ranges and individual codes.
Chapter Coding Notes
Note: The codes within Chapter XXII of ICD-10 are produced by the World Health Organization are used for special purposes, and in specific circumstances.
Sections in This Chapter 1 ranges · 5 codes
| Code Range | Title | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| U00–U49 | Provisional assignment of new diseases of uncertain etiology or emergency use (U00-U49) | 5 | 3 |
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Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the U00-U49 range?
The U00-U49 range contains 5 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes in FY 2027. 3 of them are billable, and the rest are category headers that organize the chapter.
What conditions does U00-U49 cover?
The range covers codes for special purposes. The sections listed above break it into groups of related conditions, and each one links to its own page with the full code list.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
