The term cellulitis is commonly used to indicate a nonnecrotizing inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, a process usually related to acute infection that does not involve the fascia or muscles. Cellulitis is characterized by localized pain, swelling, tenderness, erythema, and warmth.
The regions on chromosomes 7 and 12 may coincide with the asthma and atopy loci on the same chromosomes. Polymorphism in the IL1 cluster on chromosome 2 has also been shown to influence the severity of the disease (95, 96).
By following five tips to report the appropriate fourth-and fifth-digit asthma codes, you can ensure that your diagnosis coding meets your payers' medical-necessity requirements and avoid denials. 1. Identify the Asthma's Source With a Fourth Digit. The fourth digit identifies what caused the patient's asthma.