B91
Billable

Sequelae of poliomyelitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Sequelae of poliomyelitis?

ICD-10-CM B91 is the diagnosis code for Sequelae of poliomyelitis. This code falls under the section "Sequelae of infectious and parasitic 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for B91

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as B91. They are mutually exclusive:

  • postpolio syndrome (G14)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B91 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B91 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, B91 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does B91 mean?

B91 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Sequelae of poliomyelitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is B91 in?

B91 is located in Section B90-B94 — "Sequelae of infectious and parasitic diseases" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use B91?

Use B91 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Sequelae of poliomyelitis" 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 Sequelae of poliomyelitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Sequelae of poliomyelitis is B91.

Can B91 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, B91 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is B91 in?

B91 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from B91?

Type 1 Excludes for B91 include: postpolio syndrome (G14).

Is B91 valid for 2026?

Yes, B91 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousB90.9Sequelae of respiratory and unspecified tuberculosisNext →B92Sequelae of leprosy
Code Details
B91
Sequelae of poliomyelitis
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B90-B94 — Sequelae of infectious and parasitic diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM