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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Milia

ICD-10 Coding for Milia

L72.0

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

Also Known as:
Milk spots
Epstein pearls
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Milia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Milia

Use ICD-10 code L72.0 for epidermal cyst, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Epidermal cyst

Billable Code
L72.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of small, white, non-inflammatory cysts.
documentation:
  • • Document method of treatment and medical necessity.

Applicable To

  • • Milia
  • • Milium

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'epidermal cyst' to avoid confusion with other cyst types.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z91.89

Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

Use when documenting risk factors such as irritation from glasses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for milia?

The ICD-10 code for milia is L72.0, classified under epidermal cysts.

How should milia be documented for coding?

Document the number, size, and location of milia, along with the treatment method and medical necessity.

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