B52: Plasmodium malariae malaria
Codes under B52 (Plasmodium malariae malaria). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| B52.0 | Plasmodium malariae malaria with nephropathy | ✓ |
| B52.0 | Plasmodium malariae malaria with nephropathy | ✓ |
| B52.8 | Plasmodium malariae malaria with other complications | ✓ |
| B52.8 | Plasmodium malariae malaria with other complications | ✓ |
| B52.9 | Plasmodium malariae malaria without complication | ✓ |
| B52.9 | Plasmodium malariae malaria without complication | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code B52?
B52 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Plasmodium malariae malaria. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is B52 a billable code?
No — B52 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 B52.0 — Plasmodium malariae malaria with nephropathy). 6 of the 6 codes under B52 are billable.
What codes fall under B52?
B52 includes B52.0, B52.0, B52.8, B52.8, B52.9, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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Informational only, not coding or medical advice. Verify against the official ICD-10-CM (FY2026) and your payer's guidelines.
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