Glanders and melioidosis (A24) ICD-10-CM
The A24 code range covers glanders and melioidosis with 6 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 5 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the A24 Range 6 codes · 5 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the A24 range.
Burkholderia mallei
A species of gram-negative bacteria parasitic on HORSES and DONKEYS causing GLANDERS, which can be transmitted to humans.
Glanders
A contagious disease of horses that can be transmitted to humans. It is caused by BURKHOLDERIA MALLEI and characterized by ulceration of the respiratory mucosa and an eruption of nodules on the skin.
Melioidosis
A disease of humans and animals that resembles GLANDERS. It is caused by BURKHOLDERIA PSEUDOMALLEI and may range from a dormant infection to a condition that causes multiple abscesses, PNEUMONIA and BACTEREMIA.
About the A24 Code Range
The ICD-10 codes in the A24 section identify infections caused by bacteria resulting in glanders and melioidosis. These codes distinguish between different forms and stages of these rare but serious diseases.
The code A24.0 is used for glanders, a bacterial infection that can appear as septicemic, pulmonary, cutaneous, or chronic types. Medical coders will often encounter terms like "septicemic glanders" or "acute localized suppurative glanders" linked to this code. Codes A24.1 through A24.3 cover melioidosis, a bacterial infection that may present acutely, subacutely, or chronically. Common synonyms such as "acute and fulminating melioidosis," "pulmonary melioidosis," and "chronic suppurative melioidosis" help clarify when to use each specific code. Lastly, A24.9 is for cases where melioidosis is diagnosed but not otherwise specified. These codes ensure precise identification and classification of glanders and melioidosis infections in healthcare records and billing.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the A24 range?
Of the 6 codes in this range, 5 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the A24 range classify?
The range classifies glanders and melioidosis. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
