Urban rabies

This code represents rabies acquired in an urban environment, typically transmitted by domestic animals such as dogs or cats. It signifies a severe, acute viral encephalomyelitis that is almost invariably fatal once clinical symptoms appear.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states a diagnosis of rabies and specifies an urban origin or exposure to a domestic animal in an urban setting. Confirmation of the rabies virus infection is essential, often through laboratory testing.

• Differentiate from "sylvatic rabies" (A82.0), which is acquired from wild animals.
• Ensure documentation specifies the urban context; otherwise, use unspecified rabies (A82.9).
• Code any associated neurological manifestations or complications of rabies separately, if applicable.