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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Photo Dermatitis

ICD-10 Coding for Photo Dermatitis

L56.2
L56.8

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

Also Known as:
Photocontact Dermatitis
Berloque Dermatitis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Photo Dermatitis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Photo Dermatitis

Use ICD-10 code L56.2 for photocontact dermatitis [berloque dermatitis], ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Photocontact dermatitis [berloque dermatitis]

Billable Code
L56.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of vesicular rash on sun-exposed areas after using a specific agent
documentation:
  • • Documented positive photopatch test

Applicable To

  • • Berloque dermatitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to document the specific agent and UV source clearly.

Other specified acute skin changes due to ultraviolet radiation

Billable Code
L56.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pruritic papules on sun-exposed skin without identifiable contact allergen

Important Notes

  • • Use when specific conditions like photocontact dermatitis are ruled out.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W89.1

Exposure to ultraviolet radiation from tanning beds

Use when the UV source is a tanning bed.

T49.0X5A

Adverse effect of topical sunscreen

Use when the causative agent is a sunscreen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for photo dermatitis?

The ICD-10 code for photo dermatitis, specifically photocontact dermatitis, is L56.2. This code is used when a specific agent causes dermatitis upon UV exposure.

How do you code photocontact dermatitis?

Code L56.2 is used for photocontact dermatitis, requiring documentation of the causative agent and UV source. An additional code for the UV source, such as W89.1, is also necessary.

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