Patient presents with signs and symptoms consistent with surgical wound infection.  The patient reports increased pain at the surgical site, described as throbbing or aching, along with erythema, edema, and warmth surrounding the incision.  Purulent drainage, potentially with a foul odor, may be observed.  The patient may also exhibit systemic symptoms such as fever, chills, or malaise.  Onset of these symptoms occurred [Number] days post-operatively following a [Type of surgery] procedure performed on [Date of surgery].  Differential diagnosis includes cellulitis, hematoma, seroma, and dehiscence.  The diagnosis of surgical site infection is made based on clinical presentation, including local signs of inflammation and potential purulent drainage.  Laboratory tests such as a complete blood count with differential and wound cultures may be obtained to further evaluate the infection and guide antibiotic therapy.  Treatment plan includes wound care management with [Describe wound care regimen, e.g., debridement, irrigation, packing], and initiation of [Antibiotic name and dosage].  Patient education provided regarding signs of worsening infection and the importance of adherence to the prescribed treatment plan.  Follow-up appointment scheduled in [Number] days to assess response to treatment and monitor for complications such as abscess formation or sepsis.  ICD-10 code T81.4XXA, Postprocedural wound infection, assigned.  CPT codes for wound care and debridement will be determined based on the specific procedures performed.