B74.8
BillableOther filariases
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A parasitic infection caused by filarial worms other than the common types, affecting the lymphatic system or subcutaneous tissues.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the specific type of filaria is documented but not Wuchereria bancrofti or Brugia malayi
- •Review documentation for the specific organism identified to ensure B74.8 is the most appropriate code