B69.81 – Myositis in cysticercosis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Helminthiases
ICD-10-CM code
B69.81
- Code
B69.81(claims format:B6981)- Description
- Myositis in cysticercosis
- 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
- B65-B83 Helminthiases
- Parent codes
- B69 › B69.8
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
B69 – Cysticercosis
Includes:
- cysticerciasis infection due to larval form of Taenia solium
Index terms for B69.81
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in B69.8
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code B69.81?
B69.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for myositis in cysticercosis, in the block B65-B83 (Helminthiases).
Is B69.81 a billable code?
Yes. B69.81 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does B69.81 belong to?
It belongs to category B69 – Cysticercosis.
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.