Infestation with nematode worms of the genus trichostrongylus. Man and animals become infected by swallowing larvae, usually with contaminated food or drink, although the larvae may penetrate human skin.
B81.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM B81.2 became effective on October 1, 2022.
This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B81.2 – other international versions of ICD-10 B81.2 may differ.