ICD-10-CM B02 is the diagnosis code for Zoster [herpes zoster]. This code falls under the section "Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions" within Chapter 1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where B02 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, B02 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
B02 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Zoster [herpes zoster]". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
B02 is located in Section B00-B09 — "Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
B02 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: B02.0, B02.1, B02.2, B02.3, B02.7 and more.
Use B02 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Zoster [herpes zoster]" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Zoster [herpes zoster] is B02.
No, B02 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
B02 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, B02 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.