ICD-10 Code B05.89 – Other measles complications (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B05.89 – Other measles complications
What it is
B05.89 identifies complications caused by measles that are not classified elsewhere. Use it when the record shows measles-related complications, but the specific complication is not assigned a more exact code.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Measles complications may follow the typical rash illness and can include additional organ or system involvement linked to the infection.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents a measles complication and no more specific ICD-10-CM option fits. It is appropriate for nonspecific or unspecified measles complications in the chart. Code the underlying measles diagnosis as directed by the record.
Do not use for
Do not use B05.89 if the complication is named and has its own code, or if the condition is not clearly tied to measles. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Look for the exact complication named in the note before assigning B05.89.