Question 1

Is B70.0 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, B70.0 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for diphyllobothriasis. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code B70.0 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code B70.0 represents Diphyllobothriasis. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code B70.0?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for B70.0 is B70 (Diphyllobothriasis and sparganosis). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions should be coded separately from B70.0?

Accepted Answer

Code B70.0 has Type 2 Excludes including: larval diphyllobothriasis (B70.1). These conditions are not included in B70.0 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

B70.02026

FAQ

B70.02026

Excludes21Not included here

Notes2Additional information

FAQ

Is B70.0 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code B70.0 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code B70.0?

What conditions should be coded separately from B70.0?