B96.81
BillableHelicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
B96.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHHelicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that causes infection in the stomach. It is the main cause of peptic ulcers , and it can also cause gastritis and stomach cancer . About 30 to 40% of people in the United States get an H. pylori infection. Most people get it as a child. H. pylori usually does not cause symptoms. But it can break down the inner protective coating in some people's stomachs and…
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Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code B96.81?
- B96.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere". It falls under A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
- Is B96.81 a billable code?
- Yes — B96.81 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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