B60.09
Billable

Other babesiosis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other babesiosis?

ICD-10-CM B60.09 is the diagnosis code for Other babesiosis. This code falls under the section "Protozoal diseases" 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 B60.09

✅ This Code Includes

  • Babesiosis due to Babesia KO-1
  • Babesiosis due to Babesia venatorum
  • Infection due to other Babesia species
  • Infection due to other protozoa of the order Piroplasmida
  • Other piroplasmosis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B60.09 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is B60.09 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, B60.09 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does B60.09 mean?

B60.09 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other babesiosis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of B60.09?

The parent code of B60.09 is B60.0 ("Babesiosis"). B60.09 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is B60.09 in?

B60.09 is located in Section B50-B64 — "Protozoal diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use B60.09?

Use B60.09 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other babesiosis" 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 Other babesiosis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other babesiosis is B60.09.

Can B60.09 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, B60.09 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is B60.09 in?

B60.09 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is B60.09 valid for 2026?

Yes, B60.09 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
B60.09
Other babesiosis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B50-B64 — Protozoal diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM