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B37.83

Billable

Candidal cheilitis

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A yeast infection of the lips and corners of the mouth, causing cracks, redness, and soreness.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a relatively mild form of candidiasis; often associated with denture use or poor oral hygiene
  • •May be a sign of underlying immunosuppression if recurrent; consider documenting contributing factors

Code Hierarchy

└B37Candidiasis└B37.8Candidiasis of other sites└B37.83Candidal cheilitis
└B37.83Candidal cheilitis

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