B35.4
Billable

Tinea corporis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Tinea corporis?

ICD-10-CM B35.4 is the diagnosis code for Tinea corporis. This code falls under the section "Mycoses" within Chapter 1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for B35.4

✅ This Code Includes

  • Ringworm of the body

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B35.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeB35.4 — Tinea corporis
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B35.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, B35.4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does B35.4 mean?

B35.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Tinea corporis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of B35.4?

The parent code of B35.4 is B35 ("Dermatophytosis"). B35.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is B35.4 in?

B35.4 is located in Section B35-B49 — "Mycoses" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use B35.4?

Use B35.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Tinea corporis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Tinea corporis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Tinea corporis is B35.4.

Can B35.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, B35.4 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is B35.4 in?

B35.4 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is B35.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, B35.4 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
B35.4
Tinea corporis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B35-B49 — Mycoses
2026 ICD-10-CM