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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Herpes Zoster

ICD-10 Coding for Herpes Zoster

B02.0
B02.31
B02.9

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

Also Known as:
Shingles
Zoster
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Herpes Zoster

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Herpes Zoster

Use ICD-10 code B02.0 for zoster encephalitis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Zoster encephalitis

Billable Code
B02.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of encephalitis symptoms with positive VZV PCR

Applicable To

  • • Herpes zoster with encephalitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure CSF analysis supports the diagnosis.

Zoster conjunctivitis

Billable Code
B02.31
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Slit-lamp exam showing dendritic lesions
  • • Viral culture/PCR confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Herpes zoster with conjunctivitis

Important Notes

  • • Document specific eye findings.

Zoster without complications

Billable Code
B02.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Localized rash without neurological/ocular involvement

Applicable To

  • • Herpes zoster without complications

Important Notes

  • • Ensure no complications are documented.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for herpes zoster with complications?

The ICD-10 code for herpes zoster with complications varies based on the specific complication, such as B02.0 for encephalitis or B02.31 for conjunctivitis.

How do you code herpes zoster without complications?

Herpes zoster without complications is coded as B02.9 in ICD-10.

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