Molluscum contagiosum 1 B08.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. 2 The 2021 edition of ICD-10-CM B08.1 became effective on October 1, 2020. 3 This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B08.1 - other international versions of ICD-10 B08.1 may differ. More ...
There are 0 terms under the parent term 'Molluscum Contagiosum' in the ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index .
B08.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2018/2019 edition of ICD-10-CM B08.1 became effective on October 1, 2018. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B08.1 - other international versions of ICD-10 B08.1 may differ.
Molluscum contagiosum is an infection caused by a poxvirus (molluscum contagiosum virus). The result of the infection is usually a benign, mild skin disease characterized by lesions (growths) that may appear anywhere on the body.
The following diseases should be considered in the differential diagnosis of molluscum contagiosum: cryptococcosis, basal cell carcinoma, keratoacanthoma, histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis, and verruca vulgaris. For genital lesions, condyloma acuminata and vaginal syringomas should be considered.
Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris L85. 1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM L85. 1 became effective on October 1, 2021.
ICD-10 code L01. 00 for Impetigo, unspecified is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue .
Molluscum contagiosum (MC), sometimes called water warts, is a viral infection of the skin that results in small raised pink lesions with a dimple in the center. They may become itchy or sore, and occur singularly or in groups.
Overview. Patients with molluscum contagiosum usually appear well and healthy. Physical examination of patients with molluscum contagiosum is usually remarkable for skin papules that are small, shiny, and firm.
Keratosis pilaris (ker-uh-TOE-sis pih-LAIR-is) is a common, harmless skin condition that causes dry, rough patches and tiny bumps, often on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks or buttocks.
ICD-10-CM Code for Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified L98. 9.
ICD-10 code L82 for Seborrheic keratosis is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue .
Impetigo (im-puh-TIE-go) is a common and highly contagious skin infection that mainly affects infants and young children. It usually appears as reddish sores on the face, especially around the nose and mouth and on the hands and feet. Over about a week, the sores burst and develop honey-colored crusts.
Impetigo is a skin infection caused by one or both of the following bacteria: group A Streptococcus and Staphylococcus aureus. This page focuses on impetigo caused by group A Streptococcus (group A strep). In addition to impetigo, group A strep cause many other types of infections.
9: Fever, unspecified.
B08.1 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of molluscum contagiosum. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
The virus that causes molluscum contagiosum is spread from person to person by touching the affected skin. The virus may also be spread by touching a surface with the virus on it, such as a towel, clothing, or toys. Specialty: Dermatology. MeSH Code:
B08.1 is a valid billable ICD-10 diagnosis code for Molluscum contagiosum . It is found in the 2021 version of the ICD-10 Clinical Modification (CM) and can be used in all HIPAA-covered transactions from Oct 01, 2020 - Sep 30, 2021 .
DO NOT include the decimal point when electronically filing claims as it may be rejected. Some clearinghouses may remove it for you but to avoid having a rejected claim due to an invalid ICD-10 code, do not include the decimal point when submitting claims electronically. See also: Bateman's. disease B08.1.