ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B08.0
Other orthopoxvirus infections
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B08.0
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
vaccinia (from vaccination) (generalized) (T88.1)
Excludes2: Not Included Here
monkeypox (B04)
Inclusion Terms
- Contagious pustular dermatitis
- Ecthyma contagiosum
Inclusion Terms
Orthopoxvirus infection NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code B08.0 (Other orthopoxvirus infections)
ICD-10-CM code B08.0 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 B08.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B08.0 - Other orthopoxvirus infections. 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 Other orthopoxvirus infections.