ICD-10 Code B60.09 – Other babesiosis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B60.09 – Other babesiosis
What it is
B60.09 identifies babesiosis due to a Babesia infection that is not otherwise specified in a more exact code. Use it for documented babesiosis when the record supports an “other” form rather than a named species.
Clinical signs
Babesiosis may present with fever, chills, fatigue, and hemolytic anemia; some patients also have jaundice or dark urine. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use B60.09 when the clinician documents babesiosis and the chart does not identify a more specific Babesia organism or subtype. It also fits cases described as other babesiosis in the assessment or discharge summary. If the record is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for malaria, Lyme disease, or other tick-borne illnesses that are not babesiosis. Do not assign it when the documentation identifies a more specific babesiosis code or only a suspected infection.
Coding tip
Confirm the exact organism wording in the note; if it only says babesiosis without detail, verify whether B60.09 is the best available code.