Find information on yeast dermatitis diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (B37.8, B36.0 if candidiasis), SNOMED CT concepts, differential diagnosis, treatment, and management. Learn about common symptoms, risk factors, and best practices for healthcare professionals regarding Candida infections and other yeast skin infections. This resource provides guidance for accurate medical coding and improved patient care related to yeast dermatitis.
Also known as
Candidiasis of skin and nails
Yeast infection affecting the skin and nails.
Dermatophytosis
Fungal infections of the skin, not specifically yeast.
Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Skin inflammation sometimes linked to yeast overgrowth.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the yeast dermatitis candidal?
Yes
Is it localized?
No
Is it pityriasis versicolor?
When to use each related code
Description |
---|
Yeast skin infection |
Intertrigo |
Seborrheic dermatitis |
Coding yeast dermatitis without specifying the affected body area leads to inaccurate severity and treatment reflection. Use specific ICD-10 codes like B37.2 for candidal intertrigo.
Failing to document the specific yeast species (e.g., Candida) can hinder proper treatment and infection control tracking. Ensure documentation clarity for accurate coding.
Lack of supporting clinical evidence for the yeast dermatitis diagnosis (e.g., KOH test) can lead to claim denials. CDI professionals must query for documentation improvement.
Patient presents with signs and symptoms consistent with yeast dermatitis, also known as candidiasis of the skin or cutaneous candidiasis. The affected area, located at (specify location, e.g., intertriginous folds of the groin, axilla, inframammary region, perianal area, or oral commissures), exhibits erythema, maceration, satellite lesions, and pruritus. Patient reports (mention specific patient-reported symptoms such as burning, itching, or pain). Differential diagnoses considered include intertrigo, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis. Diagnosis of yeast dermatitis is based on clinical presentation and may be confirmed by potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation demonstrating pseudohyphae and budding yeast. Risk factors assessed include obesity, diabetes mellitus, antibiotic use, immunosuppression, and warm, moist environments. Treatment plan includes topical antifungal therapy with (specify medication, e.g., clotrimazole, miconazole, nystatin) cream applied to the affected area (specify frequency, e.g., twice daily) for (specify duration, e.g., two to four weeks). Patient education provided on proper hygiene, keeping the affected area dry, and avoiding tight-fitting clothing. Follow-up appointment scheduled in (specify timeframe, e.g., two weeks) to assess treatment response. ICD-10 code B37.9 Candidiasis, unspecified is documented.