Pediatric Coding:
Lean On Other Signs/Symptoms to I.D. Viral, Bacterial, or Fungal Rashes
Published on Thu Feb 06, 2025
Hint: Sometimes the rash is the first sign, sometimes one of the last. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, skin complaints are common. Roughly 10 to 20 percent of visits by children to outpatient facilities are associated with a dermatological problem as the primary reason for the visit, a secondary concern, or an incidental finding. Recognizing the characteristics of [...]
