B10.81
BillableHuman herpesvirus 6 infection
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) is a viral infection that commonly causes roseola infantum (a childhood illness with high fever followed by a rash) and can affect the brain, liver, and immune system. This code is used when HHV-6 infection is confirmed through testing.
Coding Tips
- •Verify the specific site of infection (e.g., encephalitis, hepatitis) as there may be more specific codes available; use B10.81 only when the infection site is not specified or is generalized
- •Distinguish between HHV-6A and HHV-6B if documented, as HHV-6B is more commonly associated with roseola infantum in infants, while HHV-6A may cause more severe disease in immunocompromised patients
Code Hierarchy
└B10Other human herpesviruses└B10.8Other human herpesvirus infection└B10.81Human herpesvirus 6 infection
└B10.81Human herpesvirus 6 infection