What is icd 9 codes for abscess?

ICD-9-CM codes for abscesses are found in the range of 682.x. Abscesses are localized collections of pus in tissues, organs, or spaces in the body. Common types of abscesses include skin abscesses, dental abscesses, and internal abscesses in organs such as the liver or appendix.

Some specific ICD-9 codes for abscesses include:

• 682.1 - Cellulitis and abscess of neck
• 682.2 - Cellulitis and abscess of trunk
• 682.4 - Cellulitis and abscess of hand
• 682.6 - Cellulitis and abscess of leg
• 682.9 - Cellulitis and abscess of unspecified localized infection

ICD-9 codes are used by healthcare providers to document patient diagnoses for billing and coding purposes. The specific code assigned will depend on the location and type of abscess present in the patient.