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Taeniasis (B68)

ICD-10 code B68 covers taeniasis, an infection caused by tapeworms. These codes specify different types of taeniasis, helping healthcare providers identify and document the exact parasite responsible for the infection.

Taeniasis is a parasitic intestinal infection caused primarily by tapeworm species. The ICD-10 code B68.0 is used for infections with Taenia solium, which is linked to more severe complications such as cysticercosis affecting the brain and central nervous system; also called neurocysticercosis. This includes symptoms like meningitis or encephalitis caused by the parasite. The ICD-10 code B68.1 relates to Taenia saginata infection, often referred to simply as beef tapeworm infection, which typically affects the intestine. When the specific tapeworm species is not identified, B68.9 covers unspecified taeniasis, which may involve other Taenia species such as T. pisiformis or T. hydatigena. These codes ensure precise diagnosis and treatment handling by recording the specific taeniasis type in medical records accurately.

Instructional Notations

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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Clinical Terms

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Taeniasis

Infection with tapeworms of the genus Taenia.