ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B65.8
Other schistosomiasis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B65.8
Inclusion Terms
- Infection due to Schistosoma intercalatum
- Infection due to Schistosoma mattheei
- Infection due to Schistosoma mekongi
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code B65.8 (Other schistosomiasis)
ICD-10-CM code B65.8 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 B65.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B65.8 - Other schistosomiasis. 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 Other schistosomiasis.