B87.3 – Nasopharyngeal myiasis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations
ICD-10-CM code
B87.3
- Code
B87.3(claims format:B873)- Description
- Nasopharyngeal myiasis
- 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
- B85-B89 Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations
- Parent codes
- B87
Notes for B87.3
Applicable to:
- Laryngeal myiasis
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
B87 – Myiasis
Includes:
- infestation by larva of flies
Index terms for B87.3
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in B87
- B87.0 – Cutaneous myiasisBillable
- B87.1 – Wound myiasisBillable
- B87.2 – Ocular myiasisBillable
- B87.4 – Aural myiasisBillable
- B87.8 – Myiasis of other sitesHeader
- B87.9 – Myiasis, unspecifiedBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code B87.3?
B87.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for nasopharyngeal myiasis, in the block B85-B89 (Pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations).
Is B87.3 a billable code?
Yes. B87.3 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does B87.3 belong to?
It belongs to category B87 – Myiasis.
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.