B70.0
Billable

Diphyllobothriasis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Diphyllobothriasis?

ICD-10-CM B70.0 is the diagnosis code for Diphyllobothriasis. This code falls under the section "Helminthiases" 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for B70.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Diphyllobothrium (adult) (latum) (pacificum) infection
  • Fish tapeworm (infection)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in B70.0. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • larval diphyllobothriasis (B70.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B70.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B70.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, B70.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does B70.0 mean?

B70.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Diphyllobothriasis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of B70.0?

The parent code of B70.0 is B70 ("Diphyllobothriasis and sparganosis"). B70.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is B70.0 in?

B70.0 is located in Section B65-B83 — "Helminthiases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use B70.0?

Use B70.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Diphyllobothriasis" 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 Diphyllobothriasis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Diphyllobothriasis is B70.0.

Can B70.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, B70.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is B70.0 in?

B70.0 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is B70.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, B70.0 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
B70.0
Diphyllobothriasis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B65-B83 — Helminthiases
2026 ICD-10-CM