ICD-10 Code B60.02 – Babesiosis due to Babesia duncani (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B60.02 – Babesiosis due to Babesia duncani
What it is
B60.02 identifies babesiosis caused by Babesia duncani, a malaria-like parasitic infection transmitted by ticks. Use it when the record specifically names B. duncani as the cause.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly reported findings in babesiosis include fever, chills, fatigue, hemolytic anemia, and sometimes jaundice or splenomegaly.
When to use this code
Use B60.02 when the provider documents babesiosis due to Babesia duncani, whether confirmed by testing or clearly stated in the assessment. It is appropriate for encounters focused on diagnosis, evaluation, or follow-up of this specific infection. If the species is not identified, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for babesiosis caused by other Babesia species or when babesiosis is only suspected. Check documentation if the organism is unspecified or if the condition is being ruled out.
Coding tip
Code the organism exactly as documented; species matters here, so do not assume Babesia duncani without explicit provider notation.