A66.0

Billable code

Initial lesions of yaws

The ICD-10 code for initial lesions of yaws is A66.0.

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.

Chancre of yaws
Frambesia, initial or primary
Initial frambesial ulcer
Mother yaw

Documentation support

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•As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.

Related codes in this category

ICD-9-CM equivalent

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1020

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Associated MS-DRGs

A66.0 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.