B54Billable
Unspecified malaria
- Chapter
- 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
- Category
- B54
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code B54?
B54 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Unspecified malaria.
Is B54 a billable code?
Yes. B54 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is B54 in?
B54 falls under Chapter 1: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
When did B54 become effective?
B54 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.