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L01.01

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Non-bullous impetigo

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

What This Code Means

A contagious bacterial skin infection with non-blistering sores that form honey-colored crusts, the most common form of impetigo.

Coding Tips

  • •Non-bullous impetigo is the most frequent type; ensure documentation distinguishes it from bullous forms
  • •Document causative organism (Streptococcus or Staphylococcus) when identified

Code Hierarchy

└L01Impetigo└L01.0Impetigo└L01.01Non-bullous impetigo
└L01.01Non-bullous impetigo

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