Which of the following types of dermatitis is also known as Besnier's prurigo?
- Atopic dermatitis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- Allergic contact dermatitis
- Exfoliative dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is also known as Besneir's prurigo.
What is the correct code for Hebra's pityriasis?
- L20.0
- L21.0
- L25.0
- L26
The correct code for Hebra's pityriasis is L26. L26: Index>pityriasis>Hebra's.
Late Effect: Cause-and-effect relationship between an original condition, illness, or injury and an additional problem caused by the existence of that original condition. Time is not a requirement for a diagnosis as a late effect because the additional concern may be present at any time.
What is the correct code for allergic dermatitis due to dyes?
- L23.0
- L23.1
- L23.2
- L23.4
The correct code for allergic dermatitis due to dyes is L23.4. L23.4: Index>dermatitis>contact>allergic>due to>dye.
Diagnosis: A physician’s determination of a patient’s condition, illness, or injury.
What is the correct code for seborrheic infantile dermatitis?
- L21.8
- L21.1
- L21.9
- L21.0
The correct code for seborrheic infantile dermatitis is L21.1. L21.1: Index>dermatitis>seborrheic>infantile.
ICD-10-CM: The acronym for International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification.
Which of the following is the code for rhinophyma?
- L71.0
- L71.1
- L71.8
- L71.9
The correct code for rhinophyma is L71.1. L71.1: Index>rhinophyma.
Diagnosis: A physician’s determination of a patient’s condition, illness, or injury.
Which of the following is the code for an ingrown nail?
- L60.0
- L60.1
- L60.2
- L60.3
The correct code for an ingrown nail is L60.0. L60.0: Index>ingrowing>nail.
Diagnosis: A physician’s determination of a patient’s condition, illness, or injury.
Which of the following is a detachment of the nail from the bed of the nail?
- Beau's lines
- Onycholysis
- Yellow nail syndrome
- Trichorrhexis nodosa
Onycholysis is a detachment of the nail from the bed of the nail.
Necrosis: The death of the tissue.
Which of the following lesions is also known as a boil?
- Cyst
- Furuncle
- Nodule
- Papule
A furuncle is also known as a boil.
Which of the following lesions is raised with a diameter of less than 5 mm?
- Cyst
- Furuncle
- Nodule
- Papule
A papule is a raised lesion with a diameter of less than 5 mm.
Anomaly: Abnormal, or unexpected, condition.
Which of the following lesions is raised with a diameter of more than 5 mm?
- Cyst
- Furuncle
- Nodule
- Papule
A nodule is a raised lesion with a diameter of more than 5 mm.
Neoplasm: Abnormal tissue growth; tumor.
Which of the following lesions is flat with different pigmentation?
- Macule
- Nevus
- Scale
- Bulla
A macule is a flat lesion with different pigmentation.
Acute: Severe; serious.
Which of the following lesions is another name for a birthmark?
- Macule
- Nevus
- Scale
- Bulla
A nevus is another name for a birthmark.
Neoplasm: Abnormal tissue growth; tumor.
Which of the following lesions is a large vesicle that is filled with fluid?
- Macule
- Nevus
- Scale
- Bulla
A bulla is a large vesicle that is filled with fluid.
Congenital: A condition existing at the time of birth.
What is the correct code for a patient who has a carbuncle of the chest wall?
- L02.222
- L02.223
- L02.232
- L02.233
The correct code for a carbuncle of the chest wall is L02.233. L02.233: Index>carbuncle>chest wall.
ICD-10-CM: The acronym for International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification.
What is the correct code for a patient with a Gottron's papule?
- L94.0
- L94.2
- L94.4
- L94.8
The correct code for a patient with a Gottron's papule is L94.4. L94.4: Index>papule>Gottron's.
Which of the following lesions is a fluid- or gas-filled bubble in the skin?
- Cyst
- Furuncle
- Nodule
- Papule
A cyst is a lesion that is a fluid- or gas-filled bubble in the skin.
Neoplasm: Abnormal tissue growth; tumor.
Which of the following lesions is flaky exfoliated epidermis?
- Macule
- Nevus
- Scale
- Bulla
A scale is flaky exfoliated epidermis.
Extent: The percentage of the body that has been affected by the burn.
In which stage of pressure ulcers is there a reddened area on the skin?
- Stage 1
- Stage 2
- Stage 3
- Stage 4
In a stage 1 pressure ulcer, there is a reddened area on the skin.
Condition: A health-related situation.
How many stages of pressure ulcers are there?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
There are four stages of pressure ulcers: Stage 1 affects the epidermal layer and is recognized by persistent erythema (redness). Stage 2 is a partial-thickness loss involving both the epidermis and the dermis; sometimes a fluid-filled blister is evident. Stage 3 pressure ulcer involves skin loss through and including the subcutaneous tissue. Stage 4 indicates the skin layers are necrotic and the ulcer reaches down into muscle and possibly bone.
As a coder, what do you need to know when coding a pressure ulcer?
- Anatomical location
- Depth of lesion
- Both anatomical location and depth of lesion
- Neither anatomical location nor depth of lesion
A coder will need to know both the anatomical location and the depth of lesion when coding a pressure ulcer.
Anatomical Site: A specific location or part of the human body.
In which stage of pressure ulcers is there a crater with visible damage to the tissue below the skin?
- Stage 1
- Stage 2
- Stage 3
- Stage 4
In a stage 3 pressure ulcer, there is a crater with visible damage to the tissue below the skin.
Gestation: The length of time for the complete development of a baby from conception to birth; on average 40 weeks.
In which stage of pressure ulcers are there blisters on the skin?
- Stage 1
- Stage 2
- Stage 3
- Stage 4 I
In a stage 2 pressure ulcer, there are blisters on the skin.
What is the correct code for a stage 4 pressure ulcer of the left ankle?
- L89.513
- L89.514
- L89.523
- L89.524
The correct code for a stage 4 pressure ulcer of the left ankle is L89.524. L89.524: Index>ulcer>pressure>ankle>left>stage 4.
ICD-9-CM: The acronym for International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification.
What is the correct code for plaque psoriasis?
- L40.0
- L40.1
- L40.3
- L40.5
The correct code for plaque psoriasis is L40.0. L40.0: Index>psoriasis>plaque.
What is the correct code for yellow nail syndrome?
- L60.5
- L60.1
- L60.4
- L60.8
The correct code for yellow nail syndrome is L60.5. L60.5: Index>syndrome>yellow nail.
What is the correct code for flexural psoriasis?
- L40.2
- L40.3
- L40.8
- L40.9
The correct code for flexural psoriasis is L40.8. L40.8: Index>psoriasis>flexural.