B71.0
Billable

Hymenolepiasis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Hymenolepiasis?

ICD-10-CM B71.0 is the diagnosis code for Hymenolepiasis. 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

Coding Guidelines for B71.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Dwarf tapeworm infection
  • Rat tapeworm (infection)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B71.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is B71.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, B71.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does B71.0 mean?

B71.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Hymenolepiasis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of B71.0?

The parent code of B71.0 is B71 ("Other cestode infections"). B71.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is B71.0 in?

B71.0 is located in Section B65-B83 — "Helminthiases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use B71.0?

Use B71.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Hymenolepiasis" 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 Hymenolepiasis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Hymenolepiasis is B71.0.

Can B71.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, B71.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is B71.0 in?

B71.0 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is B71.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, B71.0 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
B71.0
Hymenolepiasis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B65-B83 — Helminthiases
2026 ICD-10-CM