Other bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere (B96) ICD-10-CM
The B96 code range covers other bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere with 19 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 16 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the B96 Range 19 codes · 16 billable
- B96 Other bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhereNon-billable
- B96.0 Mycoplasma pneumoniae [M. pneumoniae] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.1 Klebsiella pneumoniae [K. pneumoniae] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.2 Escherichia coli [E. coli ] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhereNon-billable
- B96.20 Unspecified Escherichia coli [E. coli] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.21 Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli [E. coli] [STEC] O157 as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.22 Other specified Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli [E. coli] [STEC] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.23 Unspecified Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli [E. coli] [STEC] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.29 Other Escherichia coli [E. coli] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.3 Hemophilus influenzae [H. influenzae] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.4 Proteus (mirabilis) (morganii) as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.5 Pseudomonas (aeruginosa) (mallei) (pseudomallei) as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.6 Bacteroides fragilis [B. fragilis] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.7 Clostridium perfringens [C. perfringens] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.8 Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhereNon-billable
- B96.81 Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.82 Vibrio vulnificus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.83 Acinetobacter baumannii as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B96.89 Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the B96 range.
Chorioamnionitis
INFLAMMATION of the placental membranes (CHORION; AMNION) and connected tissues such as fetal BLOOD VESSELS and UMBILICAL CORD. It is often associated with intrauterine ascending infections during PREGNANCY.
About the B96 Code Range
The ICD-10 code section B96 covers infections caused by various bacterial agents that lead to diseases primarily classified elsewhere in the ICD system. These codes specify the bacterial culprit behind conditions such as respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, or skin infections, providing precise identification when the disease is coded under another main diagnosis.
This section includes detailed codes like B96.0 for Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections, which encompass conditions referred to as mycoplasma-induced rash and mucositis or erythema multiforme due to bacterial infection. Codes B96.1 and B96.2 specify infections caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli (E. coli), respectively, common causes of urinary tract infections and neonatal infections. Notably, B96.81 identifies Helicobacter pylori as the cause of gastritis and ulcers. The use of these codes, such as the ICD-10 code for Klebsiella infections or E. coli infections, helps clarify the bacterial source when recorded diseases are originally classified elsewhere, aiding in comprehensive clinical documentation and treatment planning.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the B96 range?
Of the 19 codes in this range, 16 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the B96 range classify?
The range classifies other bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
