Two weeks ago, James was walking in the mountains and scratched his leg with a large branch on the edge of the trail. Yesterday, he went to the pediatrician's office because his scratch was not healing and was getting worse. Today, he is being seen again by the pediatrician, who diagnosed James with MRSA cellulitis at the site of the wound on his leg. Which of the following represents the correct code(s) for today's visit?
A)682.6, 041.12
B)686.9, 041.11
C)958.3, 041.12
D)041.12

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The codes: 682.6 and 041.12 represent the correct codes for today's visit. According to ICD-9 guidelines, you must select the appropriate code for the condition, which in this case is 682.6 (Cellulitis of Leg), along with the MRSA code 041.12. Code 958.2 is incorrect because it is not used when the injury is classified as cellulitis.

Two Weeks Ago, James Was Walking in the Mountains and Scratched