ICD-10 Code B68.1 – Taenia saginata taeniasis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B68.1 – Taenia saginata taeniasis
What it is
B68.1 identifies infection with the beef tapeworm, Taenia saginata. Use it when documentation states taeniasis due to this specific parasite.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly reported findings include abdominal discomfort, nausea, or passage of tapeworm segments in stool.
When to use this code
Use B68.1 when the provider documents taeniasis caused by Taenia saginata or beef tapeworm infection. It may also apply when the record clearly identifies the organism from pathology, stool exam, or other clinical documentation. Check documentation if the species is not specified.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unspecified taeniasis or infections caused by other Taenia species. If the chart does not name Taenia saginata, check documentation.
Coding tip
Code the species only when the record explicitly supports Taenia saginata; otherwise, use the unspecified taeniasis code.