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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Skin Rash

ICD-10 Coding for Skin Rash

R21
L24A0

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

Also Known as:
Dermatitis
Eczema
Nonspecific Rash
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Skin Rash

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

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:
  • • Rash present without specific diagnosis after basic workup.
coding:
  • • No specific ICD-10 code fits the rash's clinical presentation.
documentation:
  • • Documented as 'rash present' without further details.

Applicable To

  • • Nonspecific rash

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to document the rash's location, morphology, and possible causes.

Irritant contact dermatitis due to friction or body fluids

Billable Code
L24A0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documentation of friction/body fluid exposure
  • • Exclusion of infection

Applicable To

  • • Moisture-associated skin damage

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes exposure to moisture or friction.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z23

Encounter for immunization

Used when immunization status impacts rash management.

Z87.898

Personal history of drug allergy

Used when a history of drug allergy is relevant to the rash.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

When should R21 be used instead of a specific dermatitis code?

Use R21 when a rash is present but no specific diagnosis can be confirmed after initial assessment.

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