Learn about toe fungus diagnosis, including onychomycosis, tinea pedis, and distal subungual onychomycosis. This resource covers clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (B35.1), medical coding, treatment options, and healthcare provider insights. Find information on symptoms like brittle nails, discoloration, and thickening, along with diagnostic tests for accurate identification and effective toe fungus treatment.
Also known as
Dermatophytosis of foot
Fungal infection affecting the skin of the foot.
Tinea unguium
Fungal infection of the nails, often affecting toenails.
Other local infections of skin
May include less common fungal infections localized to the toe.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the toe fungus onychomycosis (nail)?
Yes
Is there unspecified onychomycosis?
No
Is it tinea pedis (athletes foot)?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Toenail thickening, discoloration, debris |
Ingrown toenail, pain, redness |
Nail psoriasis, pitting, separation |
Patient presents with signs and symptoms consistent with onychomycosis, commonly known as toe fungus or toenail fungus. The affected nail(s) exhibit clinical manifestations such as thickening, discoloration (yellow, brown, or white), brittleness, crumbling, distortion, and possible separation from the nail bed (onycholysis). The patient reports [Insert patient-reported symptoms, e.g., pain, discomfort, foul odor, difficulty trimming nails]. Differential diagnosis includes psoriasis, lichen planus, and trauma. Based on the clinical presentation and patient history, the diagnosis of distal subungual onychomycosis is suspected. Treatment options discussed with the patient include topical antifungal medications (e.g., ciclopirox, efinaconazole, tavaborole), oral antifungal medications (e.g., terbinafine, itraconazole), laser therapy, and debridement. Risks and benefits of each treatment option were explained, including potential side effects, duration of therapy, and efficacy rates. The patient opted for [Insert chosen treatment]. Patient education provided regarding proper foot hygiene, including keeping feet clean and dry, wearing breathable footwear, and avoiding sharing personal care items. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [ timeframe ] to monitor treatment progress and assess for improvement in nail appearance and resolution of symptoms. ICD-10 code B35.1 will be used for billing purposes. CPT codes for treatment will be determined based on the specific procedures performed.