A26.8

What This Code Means

Erysipeloid is a skin infection caused by bacteria, typically occurring on the hands or fingers, characterized by redness, swelling, and sometimes blistering. This code represents less common or atypical presentations of this infection beyond the typical finger/hand involvement.

Coding Tips

• •Verify the specific site of infection and whether it involves fingers, hands, or other body areas, as this may affect code selection and documentation clarity
• •Confirm the diagnosis is erysipeloid (caused by Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae) and not erysipelas (caused by Streptococcus), as these are distinct conditions with different ICD-10 codes