L55: Sunburn
Codes under L55 (Sunburn). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| L55.0 | Sunburn of first degree | ✓ |
| L55.0 | Sunburn of first degree | ✓ |
| L55.1 | Sunburn of second degree | ✓ |
| L55.1 | Sunburn of second degree | ✓ |
| L55.2 | Sunburn of third degree | ✓ |
| L55.2 | Sunburn of third degree | ✓ |
| L55.9 | Sunburn, unspecified | ✓ |
| L55.9 | Sunburn, unspecified | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code L55?
L55 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Sunburn. It contains 8 more specific diagnosis codes, 8 of which are billable.
Is L55 a billable code?
No — L55 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 L55.0 — Sunburn of first degree). 8 of the 8 codes under L55 are billable.
What codes fall under L55?
L55 includes L55.0, L55.0, L55.1, L55.1, L55.2, plus 3 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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