ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B00.4
Herpesviral encephalitis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B00.4
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- herpesviral encephalitis due to herpesvirus 6 and 7 (B10.01, B10.09)
- non-simplex herpesviral encephalitis (B10.0-)
Inclusion Terms
- Herpesviral meningoencephalitis
- Simian B disease
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code B00.4 (Herpesviral encephalitis)
ICD-10-CM code B00.4 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM B00.4 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B00.4 - Herpesviral encephalitis. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Herpesviral encephalitis.