B25
Non-Billable

Cytomegaloviral disease

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Cytomegaloviral disease?

ICD-10-CM B25 is the diagnosis code for Cytomegaloviral disease. This code falls under the section "Other viral diseases" 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 B25

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as B25. They are mutually exclusive:

  • congenital cytomegalovirus infection (P35.1)
  • cytomegaloviral mononucleosis (B27.1-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B25 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
B25.0Cytomegaloviral pneumonitisBillableB25.1Cytomegaloviral hepatitisBillableB25.2Cytomegaloviral pancreatitisBillableB25.8Other cytomegaloviral diseasesBillableB25.9Cytomegaloviral disease, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is B25 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, B25 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does B25 mean?

B25 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cytomegaloviral disease". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is B25 in?

B25 is located in Section B25-B34 — "Other viral diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of B25?

B25 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: B25.0, B25.1, B25.2, B25.8, B25.9.

When should I use B25?

Use B25 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cytomegaloviral disease" 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 Cytomegaloviral disease?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cytomegaloviral disease is B25.

Can B25 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, B25 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is B25 in?

B25 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from B25?

Type 1 Excludes for B25 include: congenital cytomegalovirus infection (P35.1); cytomegaloviral mononucleosis (B27.1-).

Is B25 valid for 2026?

Yes, B25 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
B25
Cytomegaloviral disease
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B25-B34 — Other viral diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM