B85.2
Pediculosis, unspecified
Approximate Synonyms
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Infestation by pediculus
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Lice
Clinical Information
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Parasitic attack or subsistence on the skin by members of the order phthiraptera, especially on humans by pediculus humanus of the family pediculidae. The hair of the head, eyelashes, and pubis is a frequent site of infestation. from Dorland, 28th ed; stedman, 26th ed)
Details
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B85.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM B85.2 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B85.2 – other international versions of ICD-10 B85.2 may differ.