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B88.2

Billable

Other arthropod infestations

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

What This Code Means

An infestation by various arthropods (insects, arachnids, or crustaceans) that are not classified elsewhere, such as lice, fleas, or other parasitic arthropods.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code for arthropod infestations not covered by more specific codes
  • •Document the type of arthropod and affected body area when possible

Code Hierarchy

└B88Other infestations└B88.2Other arthropod infestations
└B88.2Other arthropod infestations

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