B36.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Pityriasis versicolor
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
B36.0Pityriasis versicolor
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where B36.0 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Mycoses (B35-B49)
- 3
Category B36
Other superficial mycoses
- 4
Code B36.0
Pityriasis versicolor
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Tinea flava
- Tinea versicolor
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for B36.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for B36.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for B36.0.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for B36.0.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code B36.0 mean?
B36.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Pityriasis versicolor.”
Is B36.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, B36.0 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is B36.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
B36.0 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Mycoses (B35-B49) (B35–B49), under category B36, Other superficial mycoses.
What coding notes are listed for B36.0?
Its listed inclusion terms are Tinea flava; Tinea versicolor. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.