Z20.7
BillableContact with and (suspected) exposure to pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations
Z20.7 is the ICD-10-CM code for Contact with and (suspected) exposure to pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are body lice? Body lice (also called clothes lice) are tiny insects which live and lay nits (lice eggs) on clothing. They are parasites, and they need to feed on human blood to survive. They usually only move to the skin to feed. Body lice are one of the three types of lice that live on humans. The other two types are head lice and pubic lice . Each type of lice is different, and getting one type does not mean…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code Z20.7?
- Z20.7 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Contact with and (suspected) exposure to pediculosis, acariasis and other infestations". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
- Is Z20.7 a billable code?
- Yes — Z20.7 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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