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L08.1

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Erythrasma

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

What This Code Means

A chronic bacterial skin infection that causes reddish-brown discoloration, typically in skin folds and warm areas.

Coding Tips

  • •Erythrasma is often caused by Corynebacterium and may be confused with fungal infections
  • •Document the anatomical location, as it commonly affects groin, axillae, and inframammary areas

Code Hierarchy

└L08Other local infections of skin and subcutaneous tissue└L08.1Erythrasma
└L08.1Erythrasma

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