ICD Code L70.9

ICD code L70.9 is acne that is not specified as any particular type.

1. Presence of comedones, papules, pustules, or nodules on the skin

2. Lesions primarily located on the face, chest, back, or shoulders

3. No clear identification of a specific acne subtype (e.g., acne vulgaris, acne conglobata)

4. Absence of secondary causes such as medication-induced or occupational acne

5. No documentation of associated systemic symptoms

6. Diagnosis based on clinical evaluation without further specification

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code L70.9 include:

- 99201–99215 (Evaluation and Management services)

- 10040 (Acne surgery, e.g., comedone extraction)

- 11900 (Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions)

- 11901 (Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions)

- 96567 (Photodynamic therapy, acne treatment)

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

These codes should be selected based on the specific services rendered for L70.9.

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