A38.9
Billable codeScarlet fever, uncomplicated
The ICD-10 code for scarlet fever, uncomplicated is A38.9.
Clinical notes
Also known as
Alternate wording, synonyms, or specific conditions that fall under this code, listed to help confirm you've picked the right one.
- Scarlet fever, NOS
Documentation support
General coding-documentation guidance — not a substitute for payer-specific requirements or professional coding judgment.
- •As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.
Related codes in this category
- A38.0Scarlet fever with otitis media
- A38.1Scarlet fever with myocarditis
- A38.8Scarlet fever with other complications
- A38.9Scarlet fever, uncomplicated
ICD-9-CM equivalent
Informational only — GEM mappings are approximate, not guaranteed one-to-one equivalents. Verify before use in billing.
- 0341Approximate match
Associated MS-DRGs
A38.9 can serve as the principal diagnosis for these Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups.
Informational only — actual DRG assignment also depends on procedures, complications/comorbidities (CC/MCC), discharge status, and payer-specific rules not reflected here.