B67.90
Echinococcosis, unspecified
Applicable To
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Echinococcosis NOS
Approximate Synonyms
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Echinococcosis
Clinical Information
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A parasitic infection caused by tapeworm larvae of echinococcus. It affects livestock and humans. It is characterized by the formation of hydatid cysts mainly in the liver, lungs, spleen, and kidneys. Rupture of the cysts may lead to shock.
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An infection caused by the infestation of the larval form of tapeworms of the genus echinococcus. The liver, lungs, and kidney are the most common areas of infestation.
Details
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B67.90 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 B67.90 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B67.90 – other international versions of ICD-10 B67.90 may differ.