L28: Lichen simplex chronicus and prurigo
Codes under L28 (Lichen simplex chronicus and prurigo). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| L28.0 | Lichen simplex chronicus | ✓ |
| L28.0 | Lichen simplex chronicus | ✓ |
| L28.1 | Prurigo nodularis | ✓ |
| L28.1 | Prurigo nodularis | ✓ |
| L28.2 | Other prurigo | ✓ |
| L28.2 | Other prurigo | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code L28?
L28 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Lichen simplex chronicus and prurigo. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is L28 a billable code?
No — L28 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example L28.0 — Lichen simplex chronicus). 6 of the 6 codes under L28 are billable.
What codes fall under L28?
L28 includes L28.0, L28.0, L28.1, L28.1, L28.2, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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