ICD-10 Code B67 – Echinococcosis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Echinococcosis is B67.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B67 – Echinococcosis

What it is

B67 identifies echinococcosis, a parasitic infection caused by tapeworm larvae. It usually involves cyst formation in organs such as the liver or lungs.

Clinical signs

Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include an enlarging cystic mass, abdominal pain, cough, or incidental imaging evidence of hydatid disease.

When to use this code

Use B67 when the provider documents echinococcosis, hydatid disease, or infection due to Echinococcus species. Code it when the diagnosis is confirmed or clearly stated in the record, even if the patient is being evaluated for a cystic lesion.

Do not use for

Do not use B67 for an unspecified parasitic infection or for nonparasitic cysts. Check documentation if the record only mentions a suspected mass without confirming echinococcosis.

Coding tip

Review the site and species documented, and assign any additional codes required for the involved organ or complications.

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