A26.9

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 is used when the specific type or location of erysipeloid is not documented.

Coding Tips

• •Use this unspecified code only when the documentation does not indicate the specific site (such as finger, hand, or other location) of the erysipeloid infection
• •Review the clinical documentation for any mention of the affected body part or type of erysipeloid to assign a more specific code if available (A26.0 for cutaneous erysipeloid or A26.8 for other forms)