B71 ICD-10-CM Code: Other cestode infections
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
B71Other cestode infections
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where B71 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Helminthiases (B65-B83)
- 3
Category B71
Other cestode infections
- 4
Code B71
Other cestode infections
More specific choices
Codes under B71
B71 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for B71.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for B71.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for B71.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for B71.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for B71.
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Source and release
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.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code B71 mean?
B71 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other cestode infections.”
Is B71 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. B71 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is B71 located in ICD-10-CM?
B71 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Helminthiases (B65-B83) (B65–B83), under category B71, Other cestode infections.
What coding notes are listed for B71?
No inclusion terms are listed for B71 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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