B55: Leishmaniasis
Codes under B55 (Leishmaniasis). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| B55.0 | Visceral leishmaniasis | ✓ |
| B55.0 | Visceral leishmaniasis | ✓ |
| B55.1 | Cutaneous leishmaniasis | ✓ |
| B55.1 | Cutaneous leishmaniasis | ✓ |
| B55.2 | Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis | ✓ |
| B55.2 | Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis | ✓ |
| B55.9 | Leishmaniasis, unspecified | ✓ |
| B55.9 | Leishmaniasis, unspecified | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code B55?
B55 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Leishmaniasis. It contains 8 more specific diagnosis codes, 8 of which are billable.
Is B55 a billable code?
No — B55 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 B55.0 — Visceral leishmaniasis). 8 of the 8 codes under B55 are billable.
What codes fall under B55?
B55 includes B55.0, B55.0, B55.1, B55.1, B55.2, plus 3 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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