2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 112
Candidiasis
- There are 8 ICD-9-CM codes below 112 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Clinical Information
- A condition in which candida albicans, a type of yeast, grows out of control in moist skin areas of the body. It is usually a result of a weakened immune system, but can be a side effect of chemotherapy or treatment with antibiotics. Thrush usually affects the mouth (oral thrush); however, rarely, it spreads throughout the entire body
- Infection of the mucous membranes of the mouth by a fungus of the genus candida. (Dorland, 27th ed)
- Infection with a fungus of the genus candida. It is usually a superficial infection of the moist areas of the body and is generally caused by candida albicans. (Dorland, 27th ed)
- Infection with a fungus of the genus candida; usually a superficial infection of the moist areas of the body and is generally caused by candida albicans; includes chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, cutaneous candidiasis, oral candidiasis (thrush), and monilial vaginitis
112 Includes
- infection by Candida species
- moniliasis
112 Excludes
- neonatal monilial infection (771.7
)
