ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B76
Hookworm diseases
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B76
Includes Notes
uncinariasis
Inclusion Terms
Infection due to Ancylostoma species
Inclusion Terms
Infection due to Necator americanus
Inclusion Terms
Cutaneous larva migrans NOS
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B76):
About ICD-10-CM Code B76 (Hookworm diseases)
ICD-10-CM code B76 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 B76 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B76 - Hookworm diseases. 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 Hookworm diseases.