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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis B

ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis B

B16.0
B18.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for hepatitis b includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
HBV
Hep B
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis B

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis B

Use ICD-10 code B16.0 for acute hepatitis b with delta-agent and hepatic coma, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute hepatitis B with delta-agent and hepatic coma

Billable Code
B16.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • IgM anti-HBc positive
  • • HBsAg positive within 6 months
  • • Presence of hepatic coma

Applicable To

  • • Acute hepatitis B with delta-agent
  • • Hepatic coma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies delta-agent and hepatic coma.

Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

Billable Code
B18.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • HBsAg positive for more than 6 months
  • • HBV DNA >2,000 IU/mL

Applicable To

  • • Chronic hepatitis B without delta-agent

Important Notes

  • • Document HBsAg status and duration.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

O98.2-

Hepatitis B complicating pregnancy

Use when chronic hepatitis B affects pregnancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for chronic hepatitis B?

The ICD-10 code for chronic hepatitis B without delta-agent is B18.1. It is used when HBsAg is positive for more than 6 months.

How do you code acute hepatitis B with delta-agent?

Acute hepatitis B with delta-agent and hepatic coma is coded as B16.0. Ensure documentation specifies delta-agent and coma.

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