ICD-10-CM B36: Other superficial mycoses

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for B36

Other superficial mycoses

Coding Notes & Guidelines for B36

Inclusion Terms
  • Tinea flava
  • Tinea versicolor
Inclusion Terms
  • Keratomycosis nigricans palmaris
  • Microsporosis nigra
  • Pityriasis nigra
Inclusion Terms

Tinea blanca

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B36):

B36.0 - Pityriasis versicolor B36.1 - Tinea nigra B36.2 - White piedra B36.3 - Black piedra B36.8 - Other specified superficial mycoses B36.9 - Superficial mycosis, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code B36 (Other superficial mycoses)

ICD-10-CM code B36 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 B36 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about B36 - Other superficial mycoses. 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 superficial mycoses.