ICD-10 Code A82.1 – Urban rabies (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code A82.1 – Urban rabies
What it is
Urban rabies is a rabies infection linked to the urban cycle, historically associated with infected dogs and close human contact. Use this code for confirmed or documented urban rabies cases.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Rabies may present with fever, anxiety, agitation, hydrophobia, aerophobia, or progressive neurologic dysfunction.
When to use this code
Use A82.1 when the provider documents urban rabies or rabies acquired through the urban transmission cycle. It is appropriate for confirmed infection and for records that clearly specify this form of rabies. If the source or rabies type is not stated, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for rabies exposure, prophylaxis, or a suspected case without diagnosis. Do not apply it when the record identifies a different rabies form or leaves the type unspecified.
Coding tip
Code the specific rabies type only when the documentation supports it; otherwise, query for clarification.