B08.3

Approximate Synonyms

• Erythema infectiosum

• Erythema infectiosum skin condition)

Clinical Information

• A self-limited viral infectious disorder caused by the human parvovirus b19. It affects predominantly children and is characterized by the development of a bright red skin eruption in the cheeks. It is followed by a maculopapular skin eruption in the extremities which eventually fades into a lacey pattern.

• Contagious infection with human b19 parvovirus most commonly seen in school age children and characterized by fever, headache, and rashes of the face, trunk, and extremities. It is often confused with rubella.

• Fifth disease is a viral infection caused by parvovirus b19. The virus only infects humans – it’s not the same parvovirus that you vaccinate your dog or cat against. Fifth disease mostly affects children. Symptoms can include a low fever, cold symptoms and a red rash on the cheeks, arms, legs and trunk. Adults who get it might also have joint pain and swelling. It is easy to catch fifth disease. Infected people have the virus in their saliva and mucus. You can get it when you come into contact with those fluids. Frequently washing your hands might help prevent getting the virus. Most people become immune to the virus after having it once.fifth disease is usually mild and goes away on its own. However, it can be serious if you

Details

• B08.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

• The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM B08.3 became effective on October 1, 2022.

• This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B08.3 – other international versions of ICD-10 B08.3 may differ.