Cutaneous leishmaniasis, urban

This code signifies a parasitic infection of the skin caused by Leishmania species, specifically the form prevalent in urban environments. It typically presents as chronic skin lesions, such as ulcers, nodules, or plaques, without systemic involvement.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of cutaneous leishmaniasis, and the patient's exposure or acquisition of the infection is linked to an urban setting. This diagnosis is often supported by microscopic examination of skin biopsies or aspirates, or molecular diagnostic tests.

• Differentiate from visceral or mucocutaneous forms of leishmaniasis, which have distinct ICD-9-CM codes.
• Ensure documentation specifies "urban" context if known, otherwise, a more general cutaneous leishmaniasis code might be appropriate.
• Consider an additional code for any secondary bacterial infections of the skin lesions.