Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption. R21 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM R21 became effective on October 1, 2018.
Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
They include:
Yes, because when you SCRATCH, you only cause the ITCH to worsen. Scratching causes more histamines to be released by the skin cells. If you have an itchy rash and keep scratching, you risk infection, and if the areas do become infected, then you’ll make it worse scratching the sores.
SUPERFICIAL FUNGAL INFECTIONS ICD-10: B36 Superficial fungal infections are the most common mucocutaneous infections, often caused by an imbalanced overgrowth of mucocutaneous microbiome.
B37. 2 - Candidiasis of skin and nail | ICD-10-CM.
ICD-10 code: B35. 6 Tinea inguinalis [Tinea cruris]
B35. 6 - Tinea cruris | ICD-10-CM.
What does a fungal rash look like? A fungal skin infection often looks bright red and can spread across a large area. A fungal skin rash may also have characteristics including: Color more intense at the border.
ICD-10 code B37. 3 for Candidiasis of vulva and vagina is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Certain infectious and parasitic diseases .
ICD-10 code R21 for Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified .
ICD-10 code L20. 9 for Atopic dermatitis, unspecified is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue .
ICD-10-CM Code for Pruritus, unspecified L29. 9.
What Is a Fungal Infection? A fungal infection, also called mycosis, is a skin disease caused by a fungus. There are millions of species of fungi. They live in the dirt, on plants, on household surfaces, and on your skin. Sometimes, they can lead to skin problems like rashes or bumps.
Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a fungal infection that causes a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body. The rash often affects the groin and inner thighs and may be shaped like a ring. Jock itch gets its name because it's common in athletes. It's also common in people who sweat a lot or who are overweight.
ICD-10-CM Code for Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified L98. 9.
Tinea is the name of a group of diseases caused by a fungus. Types of tinea include ringworm, athlete's foot and jock itch. These infections are usually not serious, but they can be uncomfortable. You can get them by touching an infected person, from damp surfaces such as shower floors, or even from a pet.
athlete's foot causes itching, burning and cracked skin between your toes. jock itch causes an itchy, burning rash in your groin area. over-the-counter creams and powders will get rid of many tinea infections, particularly athlete's foot and jock itch. Other cases require prescription medicine.
General term describing various dermatophytoses; specific types include tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp), tinea favosa (of scalp and skin), tinea pedis (athlete's foot), and tinea unguium (ringworm of the nails). Tinea is the name of a group of diseases caused by a fungus.
Eczema causes burning and itching, and may occur over a long period of time. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema.
Any inflammation of the skin. Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling. Eczema is also called dermatitis. It is not dangerous, but most types cause red, swollen and itchy skin.