ICD-10 Code B94.2 – Sequelae of Viral Hepatitis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code B94.2 – Sequelae of viral hepatitis
What it is
B94.2 identifies lasting effects from a prior viral hepatitis infection after the acute illness has ended. Use it when the current problem is a residual condition, not active hepatitis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly, the record shows a past viral hepatitis infection with ongoing liver-related sequelae or other residual findings linked to that prior illness.
When to use this code
Use B94.2 when the provider documents sequelae, late effects, or residual conditions due to previous viral hepatitis. The current encounter should focus on the aftereffects rather than active infection. Check documentation if the note does not clearly separate past hepatitis from ongoing disease.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for active viral hepatitis, carrier status, or screening without a documented sequela. If the residual condition is not linked to prior hepatitis, choose the code for that condition instead.
Coding tip
Link the residual diagnosis to the prior hepatitis in the documentation before assigning B94.2.