B37.2
Billable

Candidiasis of skin and nail

Billable / Specific Code

What is Candidiasis of skin and nail?

ICD-10-CM B37.2 is the diagnosis code for Candidiasis of skin and nail. This code falls under the section "Mycoses" within Chapter 1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for B37.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Candidal onychia
  • Candidal paronychia

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in B37.2. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • diaper dermatitis (L22)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where B37.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeB37.2 — Candidiasis of skin and nail
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B37.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, B37.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does B37.2 mean?

B37.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Candidiasis of skin and nail". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of B37.2?

The parent code of B37.2 is B37 ("Candidiasis"). B37.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is B37.2 in?

B37.2 is located in Section B35-B49 — "Mycoses" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use B37.2?

Use B37.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Candidiasis of skin and nail" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Candidiasis of skin and nail?

The ICD-10-CM code for Candidiasis of skin and nail is B37.2.

Can B37.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, B37.2 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is B37.2 in?

B37.2 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is B37.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, B37.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
B37.2
Candidiasis of skin and nail
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
B35-B49 — Mycoses
2026 ICD-10-CM