ICD-10 Code B95 – Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and Enterococcus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B95 – Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and Enterococcus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
What it is
B95 identifies a bacterial cause code used when Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, or Enterococcus is documented as the cause of another disease. It is not the primary disease diagnosis by itself.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see notes linking one of these organisms to a specific infection, such as cellulitis, pneumonia, or wound infection, when the provider identifies the causative organism.
When to use this code
Use B95 when the record clearly states Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, or Enterococcus as the cause of a condition classified elsewhere. Pair it with the underlying infection or disease code, because B95 is an additional cause code. If the organism is not documented, check documentation before assigning it.
Do not use for
Do not use B95 as the principal diagnosis or for infections caused by other organisms. Do not use it when the chart only says “bacterial infection” without naming the organism.
Coding tip
Always code the underlying condition first, then add B95 only when the organism is explicitly documented.