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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lupus Unspecified

ICD-10 Coding for Lupus Unspecified

M32.9
L93.0

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

Also Known as:
Lupus NOS
Lupus
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lupus Unspecified

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lupus Unspecified

Use ICD-10 code M32.9 for systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

Billable Code
M32.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of systemic symptoms without specific organ involvement.
documentation:
  • • Lack of specific organ involvement documentation.

Applicable To

  • • Lupus NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies whether lupus is systemic or cutaneous to avoid unspecified coding.

Discoid lupus erythematosus

Billable Code
L93.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Skin biopsy confirming discoid lupus
  • • Absence of systemic symptoms

Applicable To

  • • Discoid lupus NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure biopsy confirmation for discoid lupus to avoid misclassification.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M32.10

SLE with unspecified organ involvement

Use if systemic involvement is confirmed but specific organs are not detailed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for lupus unspecified?

The ICD-10 code for lupus unspecified is M32.9, used when documentation states 'lupus' without specifying type or organ involvement.

How should lupus be documented for coding?

Lupus should be documented with specific type and any organ involvement to ensure accurate coding and treatment planning.

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