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DiagnosesFungal Infection Under Breast Fold

Fungal Infection Under Breast Fold

ICD-10 Coding for Fungal Infection Under Breast Fold(B37.2)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYDermatology
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Fungal Infection Under Breast Fold?
Essential facts and insights about Fungal Infection Under Breast Fold

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Erythema and pruritus under the breast fold
  • Presence of a scaly or moist rash
  • Foul odor may be present

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history of similar infections
  • Description of rash characteristics (size, color, texture)
  • Treatment history and response

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Use B37.83 for localized candidiasis under the breast fold.
  • Common errors include using general codes that do not specify the location.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Other skin infections (e.g., bacterial, viral)
  • Codes for dermatitis not caused by fungi

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
B37.83
Candidiasis of skin, other sites
B38.9
Candidiasis, unspecified
Ancillary Codes
E11.9
E66.9
Differential Codes
L30.4

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Dermatology

Specialty Applications

  • Women with larger breast sizes
  • Patients with diabetes or obesity

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the documentation requirements?

Document the location, appearance, and symptoms of the infection.

What are the billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding to reflect the specific type of fungal infection for proper reimbursement.