Is ICD-10-CM code B36 billable?

No, B36 (Other superficial mycoses) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code B36 belong to?

B36 belongs to Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: A00–B99 (Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases).

B36Not billable, use a more specific code below

Other superficial mycoses

In Mycoses (B35-B49), chapter 1: Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases

6 billable codes under B36: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

Instructional notes

Also applies, from Mycoses (B35-B49)

These notes sit on B35-B49 and apply to every code under it, including B36.

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to organic dust (J67.-)
mycosis fungoides (C84.0-)

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

Rules for coding infections and parasitic diseases, including HIV, organism and drug resistance codes, sepsis and septic shock, MRSA, Zika, and COVID-19.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infections (page 19)
Infectious agents as the cause of diseases classified to other chapters (page 22)
Infections resistant to antibiotics (page 22)
Sepsis, Severe Sepsis, and Septic Shock (page 23)
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Conditions (page 27)
Zika virus infections (page 28)
Coronavirus infections (page 28)

Read Section I.C.1 (page 19)

All codes under B36

B36 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

B36 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under B36 group to these 8 MS-DRGs (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

DRG 606 Minor Skin Disorders with MCC (6 of 6 codes)
DRG 607 Minor Skin Disorders without MCC (6 of 6 codes)
DRG 157 Dental and Oral Diseases with MCC (1 of 6 codes)
DRG 158 Dental and Oral Diseases with CC (1 of 6 codes)
DRG 159 Dental and Oral Diseases without CC/MCC (1 of 6 codes)
DRG 974 HIV with Major Related Condition with MCC (1 of 6 codes)
DRG 975 HIV with Major Related Condition with CC (1 of 6 codes)
DRG 976 HIV with Major Related Condition without CC/MCC (1 of 6 codes)

Other codes that refer to B36

Notes on these codes point to B36.

B35 Includes: tinea, any type except those in B36.-

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Fungal Infections

If you have ever had athlete's foot or a yeast infection, you can blame a fungus. A fungus is a primitive organism. Mushrooms, mold and mildew are examples. Fungi live in air, in soil, on plants and in water. Some live in the human body. Only about half of all types of fungi are harmful.

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.