B30
Non-Billable

Viral conjunctivitis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Viral conjunctivitis?

ICD-10-CM B30 is the diagnosis code for Viral conjunctivitis. 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 B30

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as B30. They are mutually exclusive:

  • herpesviral [herpes simplex] ocular disease (B00.5)
  • ocular zoster (B02.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B30 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
B30.0Keratoconjunctivitis due to adenovirusBillableB30.1Conjunctivitis due to adenovirusBillableB30.2Viral pharyngoconjunctivitisBillableB30.3Acute epidemic hemorrhagic conjunctivitis (enteroviral)BillableB30.8Other viral conjunctivitisBillableB30.9Viral conjunctivitis, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B30 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, B30 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does B30 mean?

B30 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Viral conjunctivitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is B30 in?

B30 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 B30?

B30 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: B30.0, B30.1, B30.2, B30.3, B30.8 and more.

When should I use B30?

Use B30 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Viral conjunctivitis" 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 Viral conjunctivitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Viral conjunctivitis is B30.

Can B30 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, B30 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is B30 in?

B30 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from B30?

Type 1 Excludes for B30 include: herpesviral [herpes simplex] ocular disease (B00.5); ocular zoster (B02.3).

Is B30 valid for 2026?

Yes, B30 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
B30
Viral conjunctivitis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B25-B34 — Other viral diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM