ICD-10-CM Code L53.2
Erythema marginatum
Billable Code
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.L53.2 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of erythema marginatum. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
The ICD code L532 is used to code Erythema marginatum
Erythema marginatum is a type of erythema (redness of the skin or mucous membranes) involving pink rings on the torso and inner surfaces of the limbs which come and go for as long as several months. It is found primarily on extensor surfaces.
| Specialty: | Dermatology |
| ICD 9 Code: | 695.8 |
MS-DRG Mapping
- DRG Group #595-596 - Major skin disorders with MCC.
- DRG Group #595-596 - Major skin disorders without MCC.
- DRG Group #793 - Full term neonate with major problems.
Related Concepts SNOMET-CT
- Erythema marginatum (disorder)
ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'L53.2 - Erythema marginatum'
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Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)
This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code L53.2 and a single ICD9 code, 695.0 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.
Parent Code: L53 - Other erythematous conditions