B27.00
BillableGammaherpesviral mononucleosis without complication
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Infectious mononucleosis caused by Epstein-Barr virus (a type of herpesvirus) presenting with fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes, without additional complications.
Coding Tips
- •This code is for uncomplicated EBV mononucleosis; verify no neurological or other complications are present
- •Document the causative agent (Epstein-Barr virus/gammaherpesvirus) in the medical record for accurate coding
Code Hierarchy
└B27Infectious mononucleosis└B27.0Gammaherpesviral mononucleosis└B27.00Gammaherpesviral mononucleosis without complication
└B27.00Gammaherpesviral mononucleosis without complication