Other specified fluke infections

This code represents parasitic infections caused by trematodes (flukes) that are not specifically classified elsewhere in the B66 category. These are infestations by various species of flatworms that can affect different organ systems, leading to a range of symptoms depending on the fluke type and location.

Use this code when documentation specifies a fluke infection that does not have a more specific ICD-10-CM code, such as those for schistosomiasis, fascioliasis, or clonorchiasis. This code is appropriate when the medical record identifies a "fluke infection, NEC" or a specific, less common fluke species not otherwise categorized.

• Ensure the documentation clearly identifies a fluke infection that cannot be assigned to a more specific B66 subcategory.
• Avoid using this code if a more precise diagnosis, such as B66.0 (Opisthorchiasis) or B66.1 (Clonorchiasis), is available and supported by the medical record.
• Always review the physician's notes for the specific type of fluke to ensure the most accurate code is selected.