ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B50.8
Other severe and complicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B50.8
Severe or complicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code B50.8 (Other severe and complicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria)
ICD-10-CM code B50.8 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 B50.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B50.8 - Other severe and complicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria. 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 severe and complicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria.