Other specified dermatomycoses

This code represents fungal infections of the skin (dermatomycoses) that do not fit into more specific categories. It covers mycotic infections caused by various fungal species affecting the epidermis, hair, or nails, excluding those classified as candidiasis, tinea, or other specifically defined mycoses.

Use this code when documentation specifies a dermatomycosis but the causative organism or clinical presentation does not align with more precise ICD-9-CM codes for tinea, candidiasis, or other systemic mycoses. This is appropriate for fungal skin infections identified as "other specified" by the physician.

• Ensure the physician's documentation clearly states "other specified dermatomycosis" or identifies a fungal infection not covered by more specific codes.
• Avoid using this code if a more precise tinea or candidiasis code is available and supported by documentation.
• Consider an additional code for the specific fungal organism if identified and documented (e.g., Aspergillus, Fusarium), if applicable and supported by the ICD-9-CM guidelines.