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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acne Scarring

ICD-10 Coding for Acne Scarring

L90.5
L91.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acne scarring includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Post-Acne Scarring
Acne Scar
Atrophic Acne Scars
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acne Scarring

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acne Scarring

Use ICD-10 code L90.5 for scar conditions and fibrosis of skin, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

Billable Code
L90.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of atrophic scars linked to resolved acne
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of scar type and severity

Applicable To

  • • Atrophic acne scars

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type and severity of scars.

Hypertrophic scars

Billable Code
L91.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

Applicable To

  • • Keloid scars

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type of hypertrophic scarring.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z41.1

Encounter for cosmetic surgery

Use when documenting procedures for scar revision.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acne scarring?

The ICD-10 code for acne scarring is L90.5, used for atrophic scars resulting from acne.

How do you code acne with scarring?

Code active acne with L70.x and add L90.5 for atrophic scarring. Ensure documentation links scars to acne history.

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