ICD Code L20.89

ICD code L20.89 is other atopic dermatitis, referring to types of atopic dermatitis that do not fit into more specific categories, often involving chronic, itchy, inflamed skin.

1. Presence of chronic or recurrent pruritic (itchy) skin lesions

2. Eczematous changes not fully meeting criteria for classic atopic dermatitis

3. Lesions may present as erythematous, scaly, or lichenified patches or plaques

4. Distribution may be atypical or not limited to classic flexural areas

5. Absence of other specific dermatologic diagnoses explaining the presentation

6. History of atopy (personal or family history of asthma, allergic rhinitis, or atopic dermatitis) may be present but is not required

7. Symptoms not attributable to contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, or other defined eczematous disorders

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code L20.89 include:

- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and Management services)

- 11000 (Debridement of extensive eczematous or infected skin)

- 11900–11901 (Injection, intralesional; up to and over 7 lesions)

- 96910 (Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B [Goeckerman treatment] or petrolatum and ultraviolet B)

- 96920–96922 (Phototherapy, including ultraviolet B [UVB] and excimer laser)

- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection; subcutaneous or intramuscular)

- 96523 (Irrigation of implanted venous access device for drug delivery systems)

- 99241–99245 (Office consultation for a new or established patient)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered for the management of L20.89.

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