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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Zoster

ICD-10 Coding for Zoster

B02.9
B02.8

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

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

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Zoster

Use ICD-10 code B02.9 for zoster without complications, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Zoster without complications

Billable Code
B02.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • No complications present

Applicable To

  • • Shingles without complications

Important Notes

  • • Ensure no complications are present before using this code.

Zoster with other complications

Billable Code
B02.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_validation_requirements:
  • • Documented complication such as sepsis or otitis externa

Applicable To

  • • Zoster with sepsis
  • • Zoster with otitis externa

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the presence of complications.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for zoster without complications?

The ICD-10 code for zoster without complications is B02.9. It is used when there are no documented complications associated with the zoster infection.

How do you code zoster with complications?

For zoster with complications, use B02.8 along with additional codes to specify the complications, ensuring all are documented.

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