Other specified intestinal helminthiases

This code signifies an intestinal parasitic infection caused by helminths (worms) that are not specifically classified elsewhere in the B81 category. It covers a range of less common or atypical helminthic infestations affecting the gastrointestinal tract.

Apply this code when documentation confirms an intestinal helminthiasis, but the specific type of helminth is identified as something other than those with dedicated codes (e.g., ascariasis, trichuriasis, enterobiasis, anisakiasis, strongyloidiasis, or other specified intestinal helminthiases like capillariasis). This code is appropriate when the physician explicitly states "other specified intestinal helminthiasis" or names a helminth not otherwise classified.

• Ensure the medical record clearly identifies the helminth as "other specified" or provides a specific helminth name not found in more granular codes within B81.
• Avoid using this code if a more specific code for the identified helminth is available (e.g., B77.9 for Ascariasis, unspecified).
• Always review the physician's documentation for the most precise diagnosis to select the most specific code possible.