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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

ICD-10 Coding for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

L93.0
L93.1
M32.9

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

Also Known as:
CLE
Lupus Rash
Discoid Lupus
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

Use ICD-10 code L93.0 for discoid lupus erythematosus, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Discoid lupus erythematosus

Billable Code
L93.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of discoid lesions without systemic symptoms.

Applicable To

  • • Localized discoid lesions

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'discoid' to avoid misclassification.

Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus

Billable Code
L93.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when annular or papulosquamous lesions are present without systemic involvement.

Applicable To

  • • Annular or papulosquamous lesions

Important Notes

  • • Documentation must specify 'subacute' and confirm absence of systemic symptoms.

Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

Billable Code
M32.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when systemic symptoms are present, taking precedence over cutaneous manifestations.

Applicable To

  • • Systemic involvement

Important Notes

  • • Ensure systemic symptoms are documented to justify use.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cutaneous lupus erythematosus?

The ICD-10 code for cutaneous lupus erythematosus includes L93.0 for discoid lupus and L93.1 for subacute cutaneous lupus.

How do you differentiate between cutaneous and systemic lupus in coding?

Cutaneous lupus is coded with L93.x codes, while systemic lupus with systemic symptoms uses M32.x codes.

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