S00.96

Billable

Insect bite (nonvenomous) of unspecified part of head

S00.96 is the ICD-10-CM code for Insect bite (nonvenomous) of unspecified part of head. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
S00-T88
Parent
S00.9
Edition
FY2026

S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Most insect bites are harmless, though they sometimes cause discomfort. Bee, wasp, and hornet stings and fire ant bites usually hurt. Mosquito and flea bites usually itch. Insects can also spread diseases. In the United States, some mosquitoes spread West Nile virus . Travelers outside the United States may be at risk for malaria and other infections. To prevent insect bites and their complications: Don't bother…

Read more about Insect Bites and Stings at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code S00.96?
S00.96 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Insect bite (nonvenomous) of unspecified part of head". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
Is S00.96 a billable code?
Yes — S00.96 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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