A52.10: Symptomatic neurosyphilis, unspecified
A52.10, symptomatic neurosyphilis, unspecified, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 3 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 1 HCPCS Level II code, including G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number). The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with A52.10 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G0127 | Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 3 |
Medicare policy articles listing A52.10
- A56232: Billing and Coding: Foot Care (WPS Insurance Corporation (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes)
- A57188: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care (First Coast Service Options, Inc. (MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33941, L35138, L37643
- A56680: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33941, L35138, L37643
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other A52 diagnoses (Late syphilis)
- A52.11 — Tabes dorsalis
- A52.13 — Late syphilitic meningitis
- A52.14 — Late syphilitic encephalitis
- A52.15 — Late syphilitic neuropathy
- A52.16 — Charcot's arthropathy (tabetic)
- A52.17 — General paresis
- A52.19 — Other symptomatic neurosyphilis
- A52.01 — Syphilitic aneurysm of aorta
- A52.02 — Syphilitic aortitis
- A52.03 — Syphilitic endocarditis
- A52.06 — Other syphilitic heart involvement
- A52.2 — Asymptomatic neurosyphilis
- A52.3 — Neurosyphilis, unspecified
- A52.76 — Other genitourinary symptomatic late syphilis
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover A52.10 (Symptomatic neurosyphilis, unspecified)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 3 Medicare billing and coding articles list A52.10 as a covered diagnosis for 1 HCPCS Level II code: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 A52.10?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number, 3 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
Which Medicare policy articles list A52.10?
A56232 (Billing and Coding: Foot Care); A57188 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care); A56680 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care).
What is ICD-10-CM code A52.10?
A52.10 is the ICD-10-CM code for symptomatic neurosyphilis, unspecified, in category A52 (Late syphilis), chapter 1: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under G0127
- Watch G0127 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for G0127
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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