Sequelae of poliomyelitis (B91) ICD-10-CM
The B91 code range covers sequelae of poliomyelitis with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
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.
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Codes in the B91 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- B91 Sequelae of poliomyelitis
About the B91 Code Range
ICD-10 code B91 is used to identify the long-term effects or sequelae that follow an initial poliomyelitis infection. This code specifically captures the late complications that can develop well after the acute phase of poliomyelitis has resolved.
Sequelae of poliomyelitis refers to a variety of chronic conditions that may arise, including muscle weakness known as paresis, and bone or joint problems such as osteopathy affecting the feet or ankles on one or both sides. The code B91 also covers neurological complications like neurogenic urinary bladder caused by nerve damage from the original infection. Synonyms such as late effects of poliomyelitis highlight that these issues occur as persistent consequences rather than during the active illness. For medical coders and healthcare professionals, using ICD-10 code B91 ensures accurate documentation of these specific long-term effects, which helps guide ongoing patient management and treatment. This makes it an essential code for identifying late-stage poliomyelitis conditions in clinical and billing contexts.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the B91 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 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 B91 range classify?
The range classifies sequelae of poliomyelitis. 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.
