ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B56.0
Gambiense trypanosomiasis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B56.0
Inclusion Terms
- Infection due to Trypanosoma brucei gambiense
- West African sleeping sickness
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code B56.0 (Gambiense trypanosomiasis)
ICD-10-CM code B56.0 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 B56.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B56.0 - Gambiense trypanosomiasis. 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 Gambiense trypanosomiasis.