ICD-10-CM B43: Chromomycosis and pheomycotic abscess

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for B43

Chromomycosis and pheomycotic abscess

Coding Notes & Guidelines for B43

Inclusion Terms

Dermatitis verrucosa

Inclusion Terms

Cerebral chromomycosis

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for B43):

B43.0 - Cutaneous chromomycosis B43.1 - Pheomycotic brain abscess B43.2 - Subcutaneous pheomycotic abscess and cyst B43.8 - Other forms of chromomycosis B43.9 - Chromomycosis, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code B43 (Chromomycosis and pheomycotic abscess)

ICD-10-CM code B43 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM B43 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about B43 - Chromomycosis and pheomycotic abscess. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Chromomycosis and pheomycotic abscess.