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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Nail Dystrophy

ICD-10 Coding for Nail Dystrophy

L60.3
B35.1

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

Also Known as:
Onychodystrophy
Dystrophic Nails
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Nail Dystrophy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Nail Dystrophy

Use ICD-10 code L60.3 for nail dystrophy, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Nail dystrophy

Billable Code
L60.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Absence of fungal infection confirmed by lab tests.
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of nail changes and absence of systemic conditions.

Applicable To

  • • Idiopathic nail dystrophy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the absence of fungal infection if using L60.3 alone.

Tinea unguium

Billable Code
B35.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Positive KOH prep or fungal culture
  • • Presence of subungual debris or nail discoloration

Applicable To

  • • Onychomycosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure lab results are documented to support the use of B35.1.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B35.1

Onychomycosis

Use as primary if fungal infection is confirmed, with L60.3 as secondary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for nail dystrophy?

The ICD-10 code for nail dystrophy is L60.3, used when the condition is idiopathic or not linked to a fungal infection.

When should B35.1 be used for nail dystrophy?

Use B35.1 when nail dystrophy is caused by a confirmed fungal infection, with lab tests supporting the diagnosis.

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