B85.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Pediculosis due to Pediculus humanus capitis
B85.0 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Pediculosis due to Pediculus humanus capitis” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
B85.0Pediculosis due to Pediculus humanus capitis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where B85.0 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations (B85-B89)
- 3
Category B85
Pediculosis and phthiriasis
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Code B85.0
Pediculosis due to Pediculus humanus capitis
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Head-louse infestation
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for B85.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for B85.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for B85.0.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for B85.0.
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 B85.0 mean?
B85.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Pediculosis due to Pediculus humanus capitis.”
Is B85.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, B85.0 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 B85.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
B85.0 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations (B85-B89) (B85–B89), under category B85, Pediculosis and phthiriasis.
What coding notes are listed for B85.0?
Its listed inclusion terms are Head-louse infestation. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.