ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for B79
Trichuriasis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for B79
Includes Notes
- trichocephaliasis
- whipworm (disease)(infection)
About ICD-10-CM Code B79 (Trichuriasis)
ICD-10-CM code B79 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 B79 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about B79 - Trichuriasis. 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 Trichuriasis.