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B02.9

Billable

Zoster without complications

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Shingles (herpes zoster) without any significant complications affecting other organs or systems.

Coding Tips

  • •This is the default code when zoster is uncomplicated; do not use if any complications are documented
  • •Post-herpetic neuralgia should be coded separately if present

Code Hierarchy

└B02Zoster [herpes zoster]└B02.9Zoster without complications
└B02.9Zoster without complications

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