ICD-10 code L02. 31 for Cutaneous abscess of buttock is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue .
A gluteal abscess is a lesion in the gluteal area that is filled with pus and has a very visible inflammation. This type of abscess may also be filled with bacteria, white blood cells and dead tissue. It feels like a hard lump and is characterized by a lot of pain.
Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of buttock ICD-10-CM L02. 32 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0): 602 Cellulitis with mcc.
L02. 31 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 L02.
The most common cause of gluteal abscess is parenteral drug administration using contaminated needles. The other causes of gluteal abscess include infected hematoma, seroma, posttraumatic sepsis, and spread of intrapelvic sepsis to the gluteal region.
The gluteal region is situated posterior to the pelvis and inferior to the iliac crest. Laterally it overlies the greater trochanter, and anteriorly, it extends up to the anterior superior iliac spine. It also extends from the iliac crest superiorly to the gluteal fold inferiorly.
PROCEDURE PERFORMED: Incision and drainage (I&D) of buttock abscess. CPT CODE: 10061.
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ICD-10-CM Code for Pilonidal cyst and sinus without abscess L05. 9.
After the first 2 days, drainage from the abscess should be minimal to none. All sores should heal in 10-14 days.
Most abscesses are caused by a bacterial infection. When bacteria enter your body, your immune system sends infection-fighting white blood cells to the affected area. As the white blood cells attack the bacteria, some nearby tissue dies, creating a hole which then fills with pus to form an abscess.
: of or relating to the buttocks or the gluteus muscles the gluteal region extends to the anterior superior iliac spine— S. W. Jacob & C. A. Francone.
The gluteal muscles are a grouping of muscles that make up the buttock area. These muscles include: Gluteus maximus. Gluteus medius.