Question 1

Is L27.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, L27.2 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for dermatitis due to ingested food. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code L27.2 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code L27.2 represents Dermatitis due to ingested food. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L27.2?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for L27.2 is L27 (Dermatitis due to substances taken internally). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions should be coded separately from L27.2?

Accepted Answer

Code L27.2 has Type 2 Excludes including: dermatitis due to food in contact with skin (L23.6, L24.6, L25.4). These conditions are not included in L27.2 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

L27.22026

FAQ

L27.22026

Excludes21Not included here

FAQ

Is L27.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code L27.2 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L27.2?

What conditions should be coded separately from L27.2?