B42.9
Sporotrichosis, unspecified
Approximate Synonyms
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Sporotrichosis
Clinical Information
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The commonest and least serious of the deep mycoses, characterized by nodular lesions of the cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues. It is caused by inhalation of contaminated dust or by infection of a wound.
Details
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B42.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM B42.9 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of B42.9 – other international versions of ICD-10 B42.9 may differ.