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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Skin Eruption

ICD-10 Coding for Skin Eruption

R21
L20.9

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

Also Known as:
Rash
Dermatitis
Exanthem
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Skin Eruption

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Skin Eruption

Use ICD-10 code R21 for rash and other nonspecific skin eruption, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

Billable Code
R21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Generalized rash without specific features
coding:
  • • No other specific ICD-10 code applies

Applicable To

  • • Nonspecific rash

Important Notes

  • • Ensure no specific diagnosis like dermatitis or infection is applicable before using R21.

Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

Billable Code
L20.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Chronic, pruritic, inflammatory skin condition
  • • Family history of atopy

Applicable To

  • • Eczema

Important Notes

  • • Document any known triggers or associated conditions.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

T36-T50

Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances

Use when the eruption is due to a drug reaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a nonspecific skin eruption?

The ICD-10 code for a nonspecific skin eruption is R21, used when no specific diagnosis is applicable.

When should R21 be used for skin eruptions?

R21 should be used for skin eruptions when the rash is nonspecific and no other specific diagnosis is applicable.

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