icd 10 code for vulvar lichen sclerosus

What is the ICD-10-CM code for lichen sclerosus?

ICD-10 code: L90. 0 Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus - gesund.bund.de.

What causes lichen sclerosus et Atrophicus?

The cause of lichen sclerosus is unknown. An overactive immune system or an imbalance of hormones may play a role. Previous skin damage at a particular site on your skin may increase the likelihood of lichen sclerosus at that location. Lichen sclerosus isn't contagious and cannot be spread through sexual intercourse.Oct 10, 2020

What is the ICD 10 code for vulvar mass?

Other specified hypertrophy of vulva The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM N90. 69 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of N90.

What is lichen sclerosus et Atrophicus?

Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus is an acquired chronic inflammatory dermatosis commonly affecting the vulvar and perianal regions. It is associated with an increased risk of vulvar cancer even though it is not a premalignant condition itself.

What autoimmune disease can cause lichen sclerosus?

The most common autoimmune diseases associated with lichen sclerosus are autoimmune thyroiditis, alopecia areata, vitiligo, and pernicious anemia.Feb 2, 2017

Is lichen sclerosus an autoimmune condition?

Causes. The exact cause of lichen sclerosus is not known. Most research indicates it is an autoimmune condition.

What is the ICD 10 code for vulvar irritation?

Other specified inflammation of vagina and vulva N76. 89 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM N76. 89 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is the CPT code for vulvar biopsy?

56605The CPT code (vulvar biopsy [56605]) for the procedure should be linked only to those ICD-10 codes that relate to the procedure itself.Nov 4, 2020

What is a vulvar lesion?

A sexually acquired vulvar ulcer means the lesion is the result of sexual contact. This is the most common type of genital ulcer. Nonsexually acquired ulcers are also called acute genital ulcers. These are more common in young women who aren't sexually active.

Is lichen sclerosus related to scleroderma?

Lichen sclerosus (LiS) and localized scleroderma (LoS) are classified as connective tissue diseases. Both diseases affect the skin.

How is lichen sclerosus pronounced?

Phonetic spelling of lichen sclerosusLichen scle-ro-sus.lichen sclerosus.Lie-kuhn skler-roh-sis.

Is lichen sclerosus a venereal disease?

Like many non-contagious conditions, lichen sclerosus shares some symptoms with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), but it is not a disease that can be contracted from touching surfaces or through sexual contact.

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10 codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more. The following references are applicable to the code N90.4:

Index to Diseases and Injuries

The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10 code (s). The following references for the code N90.4 are found in the index:

Code Edits

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Approximate Synonyms

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Convert N90.4 to ICD-9 Code

The General Equivalency Mapping (GEM) crosswalk indicates an approximate mapping between the ICD-10 code N90.4 its ICD-9 equivalent. The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 code and the ICD-9 code and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.

Information for Patients

The vulva is the external part of a woman's genitals. Some problems you can have with the vulvar area include

What is lichen sclerosus?

LICHEN SCLEROSUS ET ATROPHICUS-. a chronic inflammatory mucocutaneous disease usually affecting the female genitalia vulvar lichen sclerosus and balanitis xerotica obliterans in males. it is also called white spot disease and csillag's disease.

What causes redness and burning?

Anything that irritates, clogs, or inflames your skin can cause symptoms such as redness, swelling, burning, and itching. Allergies, irritants, your genetic makeup, and certain diseases and immune system problems can cause rashes, hives, and other skin conditions.

What is the tabular list of diseases and injuries?

The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10 codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more. The following references are applicable to the code L90.0:

What is the GEM crosswalk?

The General Equivalency Mapping (GEM) crosswalk indicates an approximate mapping between the ICD-10 code L90.0 its ICD-9 equivalent. The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 code and the ICD-9 code and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.