B02 – Zoster [herpes zoster]
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions
ICD-10-CM code
B02
- Code
B02(claims format:B02)- Description
- Zoster [herpes zoster]
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- Block
- B00-B09 Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions
Billable codes under B02
B02 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- B02.0 – Zoster encephalitisBillable
- B02.1 – Zoster meningitisBillable
- B02.2 – Zoster with other nervous system involvementHeader (more codes below)
- B02.3 – Zoster ocular diseaseHeader (more codes below)
- B02.7 – Disseminated zosterBillable
- B02.8 – Zoster with other complicationsBillable
- B02.9 – Zoster without complicationsBillable
Notes for B02
Includes:
- shingles
- zona
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code B02?
B02 is the ICD-10-CM code for zoster [herpes zoster], in the block B00-B09 (Viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions).
Is B02 a billable code?
No. B02 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.