ICD-10-CM Code For Schistosomiasis Bilharziasis: Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group B65 includes infections caused by Schistosoma species, covering intestinal, hepatic, urinary, and other organ manifestations of schistosomiasis and related chronic complications. These ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are used to document acute infection, chronic disease states, organ-specific involvement, and complications such as portal hypertension or genitourinary damage. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-CM B65 group supports proper claim adjudication, complete clinical documentation, and appropriate reimbursement.
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ICD-10-CM B65: Schistosomiasis [bilharziasis] Overview
The ICD-10-CM B65 group represents infections caused by blood flukes (Schistosoma species) that primarily affect the genitourinary and hepatointestinal systems. These diagnoses capture acute and chronic manifestations including intestinal, hepatic, urinary, and other organ involvement. Accurate coding is important for complete clinical documentation and can affect reimbursement through correct representation of disease severity and complications.