B27.8 – Other infectious mononucleosis

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other viral diseases

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code B27.8
Code
B27.8 (claims format: B278)
Description
Other infectious mononucleosis
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
B25-B34 Other viral diseases
Parent codes
B27

Billable codes under B27.8

B27.8 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

B27 – Infectious mononucleosis

Includes:
  • glandular fever
  • monocytic angina
  • Pfeiffer's disease

Related codes in B27

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code B27.8?

B27.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other infectious mononucleosis, in the block B25-B34 (Other viral diseases).

Is B27.8 a billable code?

No. B27.8 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

What category does B27.8 belong to?

It belongs to category B27 – Infectious mononucleosis.

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.