icd 9 code for molluscum contagiosum

What is the ICD 10 diagnosis code for?

The ICD-10-CM is a catalog of diagnosis codes used by medical professionals for medical coding and reporting in health care settings. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) maintain the catalog in the U.S. releasing yearly updates.

What is the cure of 'molluscum contagiosum'?

Topical treatments

• Potassium hydroxide. Potassium hydroxide is a medicine available in liquid form that can improve MC by breaking down the skin cells infected by the virus, allowing the immune system to ...
• Podophyllotoxin. Podophyllotoxin comes in liquid form and poisons the cells of the spots. ...
• Imiquimod. ...
• Benzoyl peroxide. ...
• Tretinoin. ...

What are the signs and symptoms of molluscum contagiosum?

Signs and symptoms of molluscum contagiosum include:

• Initially appear as small, firm, dome-shaped, 2-5mm and flesh-colored lesions on the skin with indentations in the middle
• Lesions may become softer and may turn red in color over time
• Common locations include face, limbs, trunk, genitals and inner thighs
• Generally painless but can itch

What is the prognosis of molluscum contagiosum?

The result of the infection is usually a benign, mild skin disease characterized by lesions (growths) that may appear anywhere on the body. Within 6-12 months, Molluscum contagiosum typically resolves without scarring but may take as long as 4 years.

Where is molluscum found?

In adults, molluscum contagiosum is commonly found on the mons pubis, the genitalia, perineum, inner thighs, and lower abdomen. The distribution in children is on the trunk and extremities. In underlying immunodeficiency, such as HIV disease, molluscum may be widespread or large, atypical papules and/or plaques may be seen.

Does molluscum contagiosum indicate AIDS?

The number of lesions is inversely correlated with the CD4 count, and the presence of molluscum contagiosum lesions can actually indicate an AIDS diagnosis. Molluscum contagiosum has also been reported in association with several other immunosuppressed states including malignancies, severe combined immunodeficiency, ...

What is the O98 code?

infectious and parasitic diseases complicating pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium ( O98.-) code to identify resistance to antimicrobial drugs ( Z16.-) A common, benign, usually self-limited viral infection of the skin and occasionally the conjunctivae by a poxvirus (molluscum contagiosum virus).

What is the definition of vesicular stomatitis?

vesicular stomatitis virus disease ( A93.8) Other viral infections characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions, not elsewhere classified. Approximate Synonyms. Molluscum contagiosum infection. Clinical Information. A common, benign, usually self-limited viral infection of the skin and occasionally the conjunctivae by a poxvirus ...

What is the ICD code for molluscum contagiosum?

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.

How is Molluscum contagiosum spread?

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:

What is the ICd 10 code for Molluscum contagiosum?

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 you include decimal points in ICD-10?

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.