Jane Janson is seen today for cellulitis of her left orbit. What is the correct code assigned?
A) H05.011
B) H05.012
C) H05.013
D) H05.019

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Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue caused by bacteria that enter a break in the skin. When the infection involves the orbit, which is the bony cavity that contains the eyeball, it is classified as H05.012. The code describes cellulitis of the left orbit.

Jane Janson Is Seen Today for Cellulitis of Her Left