B79Billable
Trichuriasis
- Chapter
- 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
- Category
- B79
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code B79?
B79 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Trichuriasis.
Is B79 a billable code?
Yes. B79 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is B79 in?
B79 falls under Chapter 1: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
When did B79 become effective?
B79 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.