ICD-10-CM B52: Plasmodium malariae malaria

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for B52

Plasmodium malariae malaria

Coding Notes & Guidelines for B52

Includes Notes

mixed infections of Plasmodium malariae with other Plasmodium species, except Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • Plasmodium falciparum (B50.-)
  • Plasmodium vivax (B51.-)
Inclusion Terms

Plasmodium malariae malaria NOS

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B52):

B52.0 - Plasmodium malariae malaria with nephropathy B52.8 - Plasmodium malariae malaria with other complications B52.9 - Plasmodium malariae malaria without complication

About ICD-10-CM Code B52 (Plasmodium malariae malaria)

ICD-10-CM code B52 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 B52 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about B52 - Plasmodium malariae 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 Plasmodium malariae malaria.