ICD-10-CM B55: Leishmaniasis

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for B55

Leishmaniasis

Coding Notes & Guidelines for B55

Inclusion Terms
  • Kala-azar
  • Post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B55):

B55.0 - Visceral leishmaniasis B55.1 - Cutaneous leishmaniasis B55.2 - Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis B55.9 - Leishmaniasis, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code B55 (Leishmaniasis)

ICD-10-CM code B55 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 B55 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about B55 - Leishmaniasis. 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 Leishmaniasis.