B36: Other superficial mycoses
Codes under B36 (Other superficial mycoses). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| B36.0 | Pityriasis versicolor | ✓ |
| B36.0 | Pityriasis versicolor | ✓ |
| B36.1 | Tinea nigra | ✓ |
| B36.1 | Tinea nigra | ✓ |
| B36.2 | White piedra | ✓ |
| B36.2 | White piedra | ✓ |
| B36.3 | Black piedra | ✓ |
| B36.3 | Black piedra | ✓ |
| B36.8 | Other specified superficial mycoses | ✓ |
| B36.8 | Other specified superficial mycoses | ✓ |
| B36.9 | Superficial mycosis, unspecified | ✓ |
| B36.9 | Superficial mycosis, unspecified | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code B36?
B36 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Other superficial mycoses. It contains 12 more specific diagnosis codes, 12 of which are billable.
Is B36 a billable code?
No — B36 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example B36.0 — Pityriasis versicolor). 12 of the 12 codes under B36 are billable.
What codes fall under B36?
B36 includes B36.0, B36.0, B36.1, B36.1, B36.2, plus 7 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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