Candidal Intertrigo ICD-10-CM Codes

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What Candidal Intertrigo ICD-10 Codes Can I Use?Is this Lone Candidal Intertrigo ICD-10 Code Billable?Clinical Information about Candidal Intertrigo Synonyms Include FAQS

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What Candidal Intertrigo ICD-10 Codes Can I Use?

If you’re looking for Candidal Intertrigo ICD codes, please note that there are no ICD-10 codes that mention candidal intertrigo in their names. That doesn’t mean there aren’t any!

There is one ICD-10 code that is the most appropriate for cases of Candidal Intertrigo, and that’s B37.2 - Candidiasis of skin and nail.

If you’re wondering what this ICD-10 code has to do with Candidal Intertrigo, let’s break it down:

Candidiasis is the term used to refer to infections caused by candida, a type of yeast
Intertrigo is a skin condition characterized by inflammation caused by skin-to-skin friction

Candidal Intertrigo happens when a person’s intertrigo is infected with candida.

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Is this Lone Candidal Intertrigo ICD-10 Code Billable?

Yes. This ICD-10 code for Candidal Intertrigo is valid and billable.

Clinical Information about Candidal Intertrigo:

As mentioned, Intertrigo is a skin condition characterized by inflammations resembling reddish rashes. It’s caused by skin-to-skin friction, and it gets worse because of moisture and heat. It also occurs usually in areas like the armpits, beneath the breasts, between the fingers, the groin, buttocks, and between the toes.

Candidal Intertrigo happens when a person’s intertrigo becomes infected with a yeast called Candida. This is a naturally occurring yeast living in our bodies. When there is an overgrowth of this yeast, it becomes a problem and can lead to infections.

Those who have Candidal Intertrigo will have the following in certain parts of their bodies:

Rashes
Reddish, inflamed skin
Moisture
Itching in affected areas
Burning sensations in affected areas
Formation of pustules in affected areas

Synonyms Include:

Candidal intertrigo
Intertrigo caused by candida
Intertrigo caused by yeast
Intertrigo caused by candida yeast
Intertrigo with yeast infection
Intertrigo with candida infection
Candidal intertrigo ICD 10
ICD 10 candidal intertrigo
ICD 10 code for candidal intertrigo
Candidal intertrigo ICD 10 code
Candidal intertrigo groin ICD 10

Commonly asked questions

What can cause candida to overgrow?

Stress, poor diet, alcohol use, estrogen replacement therapy, recreational drugs, certain steroids, certain antibiotics, chemotherapy, and birth control pills can cause candida overgrowth in the body.

Who is at risk of having candidal intertrigo?

People who are obese and diabetic are at risk of having candidal intertrigo. Those with HIV, those who sweat excessively, drink excessively, take recreational drugs excessively, and those who are on certain medications are also at risk. Even wearing occlusive clothing can put a person at risk of having it.

How is candidal intertrigo treated?

Antifungal creams, ointments, and medication will be prescribed. Lifestyle changes will likely be proposed, including hygiene tips to prevent candida overgrowth. If a patient has underlying conditions that can cause candidal intertrigo, they will develop a plan to manage them to prevent candida infections.