B85 – Pediculosis and phthiriasis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations
ICD-10-CM code
B85
- Code
B85(claims format:B85)- Description
- Pediculosis and phthiriasis
- 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
- B85-B89 Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations
Billable codes under B85
B85 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code B85?
B85 is the ICD-10-CM code for pediculosis and phthiriasis, in the block B85-B89 (Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations).
Is B85 a billable code?
No. B85 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.