Other infestations (B88) ICD-10-CM
The B88 code range covers other infestations with 9 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 7 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 B88 Range 9 codes · 7 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the B88 range.
Mansonella
A genus of parasitic nematodes whose organisms are distributed in Central and South America. Characteristics include a smooth cuticle and an enlarged anterior end.
Mansonelliasis
Infection with nematodes of the genus MANSONELLA. Symptoms include pruritus, headache, and articular swelling.
Tungiasis
An infestation with the flea TUNGA PENETRANS causing inflammation, pruritus, and pain, in both humans and other mammals. There is a high incidence of secondary infections such as BACTEREMIA and TETANUS.
About the B88 Code Range
ICD-10 code B88 covers a range of uncommon infestations caused by various parasites, mites, fleas, ticks, and other arthropods not classified elsewhere. These codes are used to identify and document specific parasitic conditions that affect the skin, eyes, or other body areas.
This section includes B88.0 for other acariasis, which refers to infestations by mites such as Demodex folliculorum, Psoroptes, or harvest mites (also known by synonyms like grocer’s itch or straw itch). The code B88.1 is specific to tungiasis (sandflea infestation), caused by Tunga penetrans, a flea-related skin disease. B88.2 covers other arthropod infestations, including infestations by bed bugs, ticks (Ixodidae), and flies, and B88.3 refers to infestations by leeches, termed external hirudiniasis. Codes like B88.8 include other specified infestations such as infections by various parasites or algal organisms, while B88.9 is for unspecified infestations when the exact cause is unknown. These codes enable precise medical documentation and treatment guidance for parasites that are less common but clinically significant.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the B88 range?
Of the 9 codes in this range, 7 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 B88 range classify?
The range classifies other infestations. 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.
