Question 1

Is L52 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, L52 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for erythema nodosum. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code L52 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code L52 represents Erythema nodosum. 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

When was ICD-10 code L52 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code L52 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L52?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for L52 is section:L49-L54 (Urticaria and erythema (L49-L54)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from L52?

Accepted Answer

Code L52 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: tuberculous erythema nodosum (A18.4). These conditions cannot be coded together with L52 as they represent different diagnoses.

L522026

Excludes13Not coded together

Excludes210Not included here

Also Known As10Alternative terms

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Is L52 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code L52 mean?

When was ICD-10 code L52 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L52?

What conditions are excluded from L52?

What DRGs may include ICD-10 code L52?

How common is hospitalization for L52?