ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B05
Measles
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B05
Includes Notes
morbilli
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (A81.1)
Inclusion Terms
Postmeasles encephalitis
Inclusion Terms
Postmeasles meningitis
Inclusion Terms
Postmeasles pneumonia
Inclusion Terms
Postmeasles otitis media
Inclusion Terms
Measles NOS
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B05):
B05.0 - Measles complicated by encephalitis
B05.1 - Measles complicated by meningitis
B05.2 - Measles complicated by pneumonia
B05.3 - Measles complicated by otitis media
B05.4 - Measles with intestinal complications
B05.8 - Measles with other complications
B05.81 - Measles keratitis and keratoconjunctivitis
B05.89 - Other measles complications
B05.9 - Measles without complication
About ICD-10-CM Code B05 (Measles)
ICD-10-CM code B05 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 B05 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B05 - Measles. 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 Measles.