ICD-10 Code A24.0 – Glanders (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code A24.0 – Glanders
What it is
A24.0 identifies glanders, a rare infectious disease caused by Burkholderia mallei. Use it when the record documents this specific zoonotic infection.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Standard references describe fever, respiratory involvement, skin lesions, and abscess formation in some cases.
When to use this code
Use A24.0 when the provider clearly diagnoses glanders or records infection by Burkholderia mallei. Code it from confirmed clinical documentation, not from exposure alone. If the chart only notes suspected disease, check documentation before assigning this code.
Do not use for
Do not use A24.0 for nonspecific febrile illness, other bacterial infections, or animal exposure without diagnosis. If the organism or condition is not confirmed, verify the record.
Coding tip
Confirm the exact organism and final diagnosis in the note before coding A24.0.