ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B70.0
Diphyllobothriasis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B70.0
Excludes2: Not Included Here
larval diphyllobothriasis (B70.1)
Inclusion Terms
- Diphyllobothrium (adult) (latum) (pacificum) infection
- Fish tapeworm (infection)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code B70.0 (Diphyllobothriasis)
ICD-10-CM code B70.0 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 B70.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B70.0 - Diphyllobothriasis. 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 Diphyllobothriasis.