Sporotrichosis, unspecified

This code represents a fungal infection caused by Sporothrix schenckii when the specific form or location of the infection is not documented. Sporotrichosis typically affects the skin, but can also involve lymphatics, bones, joints, lungs, or, rarely, be disseminated.

Use this code when the medical record confirms a diagnosis of sporotrichosis but lacks further specification regarding its clinical manifestation (e.g., cutaneous, lymphocutaneous, pulmonary, disseminated). This code is appropriate when the provider's documentation simply states "sporotrichosis" without additional detail.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific site or form of sporotrichosis is documented (e.g., cutaneous, pulmonary).
• Review the entire medical record for any clues that might allow for more specific coding, such as a body site or systemic involvement.
• Query the provider if the documentation is unclear and a more precise diagnosis code could be assigned.