Intermediate lesions of pinta

This code represents the secondary stage of pinta, a non-venereal treponemal infection characterized by dyschromic skin lesions. These lesions typically appear as hyperpigmented or hypopigmented patches, often with a scaly or atrophic texture, following the initial papular lesions.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient is experiencing the intermediate, or secondary, phase of pinta. This stage is characterized by the widespread appearance of dyschromic skin lesions, often referred to as "pintids," after the primary lesions have resolved. Documentation should specify the presence of these characteristic skin changes.

• Differentiate from early pinta (primary lesions) and late pinta (achromic lesions and scarring).
• Ensure documentation specifies "intermediate" or "secondary" stage, or describes characteristic dyschromic lesions.
• Consider co-occurring conditions or complications, though pinta itself rarely has severe systemic involvement.