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