Plasmodium malariae malaria (B52) ICD-10-CM
The B52 code range covers plasmodium malariae malaria with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Includes
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
- mixed infections of Plasmodium malariae with other Plasmodium species, except Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Codes in the B52 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
About the B52 Code Range
Plasmodium malariae malaria can occur with a kidney complication, another complication, or no complication.
The subdivisions distinguish B52.0 with nephropathy, or kidney disease, B52.8 with other complications, and B52.9 without complication.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the B52 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the B52 range classify?
The range classifies plasmodium malariae malaria. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
