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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Urticaria

ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Urticaria

L50.8

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

Also Known as:
Chronic Hives
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Urticaria

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Urticaria

Use ICD-10 code L50.8 for other urticaria, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other urticaria

Billable Code
L50.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Hives lasting more than 6 weeks with no identifiable cause.

Applicable To

  • • Chronic urticaria
  • • Recurrent urticaria

Important Notes

  • • Ensure chronicity is documented to avoid defaulting to L50.9.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

T78.4XXA

Allergy, unspecified

Use for drug-induced urticaria cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for chronic urticaria?

The ICD-10 code for chronic urticaria is L50.8, used for cases of urticaria lasting more than 6 weeks without identifiable triggers.

How do you document chronic urticaria?

Document the duration of hives, treatment response, and any lab findings to support the diagnosis of chronic urticaria.

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