ICD-10-CM B69: Cysticercosis

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for B69

Cysticercosis

Coding Notes & Guidelines for B69

Includes Notes

cysticerciasis infection due to larval form of Taenia solium

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B69):

B69.0 - Cysticercosis of central nervous system B69.1 - Cysticercosis of eye B69.8 - Cysticercosis of other sites B69.81 - Myositis in cysticercosis B69.89 - Cysticercosis of other sites B69.9 - Cysticercosis, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code B69 (Cysticercosis)

ICD-10-CM code B69 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 B69 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about B69 - Cysticercosis. 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 Cysticercosis.