B17.8 – Other specified acute viral hepatitis

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Viral hepatitis

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code B17.8
Code
B17.8 (claims format: B178)
Description
Other specified acute viral hepatitis
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
Block
B15-B19 Viral hepatitis
Parent codes
B17

Notes for B17.8

Applicable to:
  • Hepatitis non-A non-B (acute) (viral) NEC

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block B15-B19

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • sequelae of viral hepatitis (B94.2)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • cytomegaloviral hepatitis (B25.1)
  • herpesviral [herpes simplex] hepatitis (B00.81)

Index terms for B17.8

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in B17

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code B17.8?

B17.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specified acute viral hepatitis, in the block B15-B19 (Viral hepatitis).

Is B17.8 a billable code?

Yes. B17.8 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does B17.8 belong to?

It belongs to category B17 – Other acute viral hepatitis.

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.