B37
Non-Billable

Candidiasis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Candidiasis?

ICD-10-CM B37 is the diagnosis code for Candidiasis. This code falls under the section "Mycoses" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for B37

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as B37. They are mutually exclusive:

  • neonatal candidiasis (P37.5)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B37 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
B37.0Candidal stomatitisBillableB37.1Pulmonary candidiasisBillableB37.2Candidiasis of skin and nailBillableB37.3Candidiasis of vulva and vaginaNon-BillableB37.31Acute candidiasis of vulva and vaginaBillableB37.32Chronic candidiasis of vulva and vaginaBillableB37.4Candidiasis of other urogenital sitesNon-BillableB37.41Candidal cystitis and urethritisBillableB37.42Candidal balanitisBillableB37.49Other urogenital candidiasisBillableB37.5Candidal meningitisBillableB37.6Candidal endocarditisBillableB37.7Candidal sepsisBillableB37.8Candidiasis of other sitesNon-BillableB37.81Candidal esophagitisBillableB37.82Candidal enteritisBillableB37.83Candidal cheilitisBillableB37.84Candidal otitis externaBillableB37.89Other sites of candidiasisBillableB37.9Candidiasis, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B37 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, B37 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does B37 mean?

B37 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Candidiasis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is B37 in?

B37 is located in Section B35-B49 — "Mycoses" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of B37?

B37 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: B37.0, B37.1, B37.2, B37.3, B37.4 and more.

When should I use B37?

Use B37 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Candidiasis" 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 Candidiasis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Candidiasis is B37.

Can B37 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, B37 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is B37 in?

B37 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from B37?

Type 1 Excludes for B37 include: neonatal candidiasis (P37.5).

Is B37 valid for 2026?

Yes, B37 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
B37
Candidiasis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B35-B49 — Mycoses
2026 ICD-10-CM