2025 ICD-10-CM code B37.9
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Certain infectious and parasitic diseases - Mycoses 1 Feed
Candidiasis of an unspecified site.
The medical necessity for the use of this code is based on the clinical presentation and diagnostic workup suggesting a candidiasis infection where a more specific site cannot be identified initially.
The diagnosis of candidiasis is typically made based on a combination of factors, including patient history, physical examination findings, and laboratory tests.Physical examination may reveal characteristic lesions or other signs of infection depending on the affected site. Laboratory tests might include microscopic examination of specimens, cultures, or blood tests to identify the presence of Candida.Treatment may involve antifungal medications.
In simple words: This code indicates a yeast infection where the exact location isn't specified in the medical records. Yeast infections are caused by a type of fungus called Candida.
This code represents a candidiasis infection where the specific location of the infection is not documented or specified.Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by yeasts of the genus Candida, most commonly Candida albicans. It can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, mucous membranes, nails, and internal organs.
Example 1: A patient presents with general symptoms suggestive of a candidiasis infection (e.g., fatigue, gastrointestinal issues), but the specific site of infection is not yet determined through testing or clinical evaluation., A patient has a history of recurrent candidiasis infections, and current symptoms suggest a new infection, but the precise location is not clear initially., A patient is admitted to the hospital with a systemic infection, and candidiasis is suspected as a contributing factor, but the primary site of candidiasis is not yet identified.
Documentation should include clinical findings supporting the diagnosis of candidiasis and any relevant laboratory results or diagnostic tests performed. If the specific site is later identified, the code should be updated to the more specific candidiasis code.
- Specialties:Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Dermatology, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Urology
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Off Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Office, Home, Skilled Nursing Facility, Nursing Facility