2025 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code A67

Pinta [carate]

ICD-10-CM Code:: A67
ICD-10 Code for:: Pinta [carate]
Is Billable?: Not Valid for Submission
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A67 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of pinta [carate]. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2025 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Table of Contents

Code Information
Specific Coding
Clinical Information
Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries
Patient Education
Other Codes Used Similar Conditions
Code History

Specific Coding Applicable to Pinta [carate]

Non-specific codes like A67 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for pinta [carate]:

Use A67.0 for Primary lesions of pinta - BILLABLE CODE
Use A67.1 for Intermediate lesions of pinta - BILLABLE CODE
Use A67.2 for Late lesions of pinta - BILLABLE CODE
Use A67.3 for Mixed lesions of pinta - BILLABLE CODE
Use A67.9 for Pinta, unspecified - BILLABLE CODE

Code Classification

Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
A00–B99
- Other spirochetal diseases
  A65-A69
  - Pinta [carate]
    A67

Clinical Information

Pinta
an infectious disease of the skin caused by treponema carateum that occurs only in the western hemisphere. age of onset is between 10 and 20 years of age. this condition is characterized by marked changes in the skin color and is believed to be transmitted by direct person-to-person contact.
Pinta
an endemic bacterial infection caused by treponema carateum. it is manifested with chronic cutaneous lesions. the early lesions consist of papules and erythematous plaques. the late lesions consist of hypochromic, achromic, hyperpigmented and atrophic lesions. the late skin lesions may cause destruction of bones and cartilage and produce disfiguring changes.

Patient Education

Bacterial Infections

What are bacteria?

Bacteria are tiny organisms (living things) that have only one cell. Under a microscope, they look like balls, rods, or spirals. They can be found almost everywhere on Earth. There are lots of bacteria in and on your body. In fact, your body has about 10 times more bacteria cells than human cells.

There are many different types of bacteria. Most types don't make you sick. Some types are helpful. For example, "good" bacteria in your digestive system can help your body digest food and absorb vitamins and minerals. They can help protect you from getting sick. Bacteria are also used in making foods like yogurt and cheese.

But some types of bacteria can cause an infection and make you sick. They are called infectious bacteria. These bacteria can reproduce quickly in your body. Many of them give off toxins (poisons) that can damage your cells and make you sick. Other types can move into and damage your tissues. A few examples of bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli.

How do bacterial infections spread?

There are different ways that bacterial infections may spread:

Through droplets and particles that are breathed out by someone who has the infection. You might breathe in the droplets or particles, or they could land on your mouth, nose, or eyes.
By touching surfaces or objects that have the bacteria on them and then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes.
Through cuts, scrapes, and skin-to-skin contact with someone who has the infection.
From the pregnant parent to the baby during pregnancy.
Through contaminated food or water.
By being bitten by an infected insect or animal.
Through sexual contact (usually vaginal, anal and oral sex) with someone who has the infection.

What are the treatments for bacterial infections?

Sometimes your immune system may be able to fight off a bacterial infection. But when you do need treatment, it will be with antibiotics.

When you take antibiotics, follow the directions carefully. Each time you take them, there is a risk that the bacteria will become resistant to the effects of the antibiotics. This is called antibiotic resistance. When this happens, the bacteria are not killed, and they continue to grow. They can cause resistant infections, which can be difficult, and sometimes impossible, to treat.

Can bacterial infections be prevented?

You can help prevent some bacterial infections by:

Getting vaccines that protect against bacterial infections.
Having good hygiene habits. These include washing your hands often and covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
Paying attention to food safety.
Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that your frequently touch.
Preventing insect bites by using a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellent. when you go outdoors. If you travel to an area that has a high risk of diseases from insect bites, also wear long pants, shirts, and socks.
Practicing safe sex. This means using a latex condom every time you have anal, vaginal, or oral sex. If your or your partner is allergic to latex, you can use polyurethane condoms.
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.

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Skin Infections

What are skin infections?

Your skin is your body's largest organ. It has many different functions, including covering and protecting your body. It helps keep germs out. But sometimes the germs can cause a skin infection. It often happens when the germs enter your body through a break, cut, or wound on your skin. Other skin infections can happen in places where the skin rubs together, especially if the area is moist. Infections can also happen when you have a poor blood supply to an area of your body or if your immune system is weakened because of another disease or a medical treatment.

Some skin infections cover a small area on the top of your skin. Other infections can go deep into your skin or spread to a larger area.

What causes skin infections?

Skin infections are caused by different kinds of germs. For example,:

Bacteria cause cellulitis, impetigo, and staphylococcal (staph) infections
Viruses cause shingles, warts, and herpes simplex
Fungi cause athlete's foot and yeast infections
Parasites cause body lice, head lice, and scabies

Who is more likely to get a skin infection?

You are more likely to get a skin infection if you:

Have poor circulation
Have diabetes
Are older
Have an immune system disease, such as HIV
Have a weakened immune system because of chemotherapy or other medicines that suppress your immune system
Have to stay in one position for a long time, such as if you are sick and have to stay in bed for a long time or you are paralyzed
Are malnourished
Have excessive skinfolds, which can happen if you have obesity

What are the symptoms of skin infections?

The symptoms depend on the type of infection. Some symptoms that are common to many skin infections include rashes, swelling, redness, pain, pus, and itching.

How are skin infections diagnosed?

To diagnose a skin infection, your health care provider will do a physical exam and ask about your symptoms. You may have lab tests, such as a skin culture. This is a test to identify what type of infection you have, using a sample from your skin. Your provider may take the sample by swabbing or scraping your skin or removing a small piece of skin (biopsy). Sometimes providers use other tests, such as blood tests.

How are skin infections treated?

The treatment depends on the type of infection and how serious it is. Some infections will go away on their own. When you do need treatment, it may include a cream or lotion to put on the skin. Other possible treatments include medicines and a procedure to drain pus.