Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for herpangina includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Herpangina
Use ICD-10 code B08.5 for herpangina, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Fever, unspecified
Use when fever is documented but not specified as part of herpangina.
The ICD-10 code for herpangina is B08.5, used for cases presenting with vesicular ulcers in the mouth and fever, without extremity rash.
Herpangina is characterized by oral ulcers and fever without extremity rash, while HFMD includes a rash on hands and feet.