icd 9 code for bullous pemphigoid

What is the ICD 10 code for bullous pemphigoid?

2021 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L12.0: Bullous pemphigoid. ICD-10-CM Codes. ›. L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. ›. L10-L14 Bullous disorders. ›. L12- Pemphigoid. ›.

What is bullous pemphigoid?

Bullous pemphigoid is an acute or chronic autoimmune skin disease, involving the formation of blisters, more appropriately known as bullae, at the space between the skin layers epidermis and dermis. It is classified as a type II hypersensitivity reaction, with the formation of anti-hemidesmosome antibodies.

What is the ICD 10 code for L12 9?

L12.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2021 edition of ICD-10-CM L12.9 became effective on October 1, 2020. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of L12.9 - other international versions of ICD-10 L12.9 may differ.

How do you code bullous pemphigoid?

ICD-10-CM Code for Bullous pemphigoid L12. 0.

What is the ICD 10 code for bullous pemphigoid?

L12. 0 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 L12.

What is the ICD 10 code for pemphigoid?

L12. 9 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 L12.

What is the difference between pemphigus and pemphigoid?

Pemphigus is characterized by shallow ulcers or fragile blisters that break open quickly. Pemphigoid presents with stronger or “tense” blisters that don't open easily. Those with pemphigoid are also more likely to have hot, red and itchy hive spots.

What is DX code I10?

ICD-Code I10 is a billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of Essential (Primary) Hypertension.

What does bullous pemphigoid look like?

It usually starts as sore, itchy patches. On white skin the patches look red or pink. On brown and black skin they may look dark reddish-brown. It can affect large areas of the body or limbs.

What are bullous lesions?

Bullous pemphigoid (BUL-us PEM-fih-goid) is a rare skin condition that causes large, fluid-filled blisters. They develop on areas of skin that often flex — such as the lower abdomen, upper thighs or armpits.

What is a bulla skin lesion?

Bullae are large blisters on the skin that are filled with clear fluid. Many different skin conditions can cause bullae to form. They can be caused by infection or inflammation of the skin.

The ICD code L120 is used to code Bullous pemphigoid

Bullous pemphigoid is an acute or chronic autoimmune skin disease, involving the formation of blisters, more appropriately known as bullae, at the space between the skin layers epidermis and dermis. It is classified as a type II hypersensitivity reaction, with the formation of anti-hemidesmosome antibodies.

ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'L12.0 - Bullous pemphigoid'

The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code L12.0. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code L12.0 and a single ICD9 code, 694.5 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.