ICD Code B35.3
ICD code B35.3 is used to identify and classify cases of tinea pedis, commonly known as athlete’s foot, in medical records and documentation.
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What is ICD diagnosis code B35.3
ICD code B35.3 is a diagnosis code for tinea pedis, which is a fungal infection of the foot commonly known as athlete’s foot.
When to use ICD code B35.3
1. Presence of pruritic, erythematous, and scaly lesions on the feet, particularly between the toes, on the soles, or along the lateral aspects of the feet
2. Observation of maceration, fissuring, or peeling skin in interdigital spaces
3. Reports of burning, stinging, or itching sensations localized to the feet
4. Identification of vesicles, pustules, or chronic hyperkeratotic plaques on plantar surfaces
5. Positive findings on potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation or fungal culture confirming dermatophyte infection
6. Exclusion of other causes of foot dermatitis, such as eczema or contact dermatitis
7. History of exposure to communal showers, locker rooms, or other environments conducive to fungal growth
Billable CPT codes for ICD code B35.3
Relevant CPT codes for ICD code B35.3 include:
- 99201–99215 (Evaluation and Management services)
- 87801 (Infectious agent detection by nucleic acid, multiple organisms)
- 87220 (Fungal smear, direct)
- 87210 (Wet mount for infectious agents)
- 88312 (Special stains for microorganisms, including fungi)
- 88305 (Pathology examination of skin biopsy, if performed)
- 11102–11107 (Skin biopsy procedures, if indicated)
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