B56.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Gambiense trypanosomiasis
B56.0 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Gambiense trypanosomiasis” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
B56.0Gambiense trypanosomiasis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where B56.0 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Protozoal diseases (B50-B64)
- 3
Category B56
African trypanosomiasis
- 4
Code B56.0
Gambiense trypanosomiasis
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Infection due to Trypanosoma brucei gambiense
- West African sleeping sickness
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for B56.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for B56.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for B56.0.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for B56.0.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code B56.0 mean?
B56.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Gambiense trypanosomiasis.”
Is B56.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, B56.0 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 B56.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
B56.0 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Protozoal diseases (B50-B64) (B50–B64), under category B56, African trypanosomiasis.
What coding notes are listed for B56.0?
Its listed inclusion terms are Infection due to Trypanosoma brucei gambiense; West African sleeping sickness. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.