ICD-10-CM B50.9: Plasmodium falciparum malaria, unspecified

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About ICD-10-CM Code B50.9 (Plasmodium falciparum malaria)

ICD-10-CM code B50.9 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 B50.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about B50.9 - Plasmodium falciparum malaria, unspecified. 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 Plasmodium falciparum malaria related to unspecified.