ICD Code L25.9

ICD code L25.9 is unspecified contact dermatitis from an unspecified cause, meaning the skin is inflamed due to contact with something, but the exact trigger is not identified.

1. Presence of dermatitis characterized by redness, itching, or inflammation of the skin

2. Clinical evidence of skin changes such as swelling, blistering, or scaling

3. History or suspicion of contact with an external substance, but without identification of a specific irritant or allergen

4. Absence of systemic symptoms suggesting another dermatologic or systemic condition

5. No clear alternative diagnosis explaining the skin findings

6. Inability to determine the precise cause or trigger of the dermatitis after evaluation

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code L25.9 include:

- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and Management office visits)

- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection)

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

- 96910 (Phototherapy, UVB)

- 96920–96922 (Photochemotherapy)

- 11000–11001 (Debridement of extensive eczematous or infected skin)

- 12001–12007 (Simple repair of superficial wounds, if applicable)

- 97597–97598 (Debridement, open wound, if applicable)

- 99241–99245 (Consultations, if referred)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered for ICD code L25.9.

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