2025 ICD-10-CM code L20.83
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Skin diseases - Dermatitis and eczema Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue Feed
Infantile (acute or chronic) eczema.
Modifiers may not be applicable to this ICD-10-CM code. Consult official guidelines for clarification.
The diagnosis and management of infantile eczema requires medical attention to address the skin inflammation, prevent secondary infection, and improve the child's comfort and quality of life. Medical necessity is established by documenting the presence of symptoms and the need for specific medical interventions.
Diagnosis and management of infantile eczema, including assessment of severity, identification of triggers (allergens, irritants), and treatment planning (topical corticosteroids, emollients, wet wraps, etc.). May also involve referral to specialists (allergist, dermatologist).
In simple words: This code describes eczema (a type of skin rash) in babies.It can be a short-term or long-term problem. A doctor will need to determine which type it is.
This code, L20.83, specifies infantile eczema, which can be either acute or chronic in nature.It falls under the broader category of dermatitis and eczema (L20-L30) within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM classification system, encompassing diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.The code requires clinical assessment to determine the acute or chronic nature of the eczema.
Example 1: A 3-month-old infant presents with acute, erythematous, weeping eczema on the cheeks and scalp.The rash is itchy and the infant is irritable.Diagnosis is made based on clinical examination and history, and treatment is initiated with topical corticosteroids and emollients. L20.83 is assigned., A 1-year-old child has a history of chronic eczema since infancy.The eczema is now localized to the flexural areas (elbows, knees) and is characterized by lichenification and scaling. The child also suffers from recurrent flare-ups.Treatment involves regular use of topical corticosteroids, emollients, and allergy testing. L20.83 is assigned., A 6-month-old infant shows signs of atopic dermatitis (eczema) characterized by dry, itchy skin lesions on the face, behind the knees, and the inside of elbows. A comprehensive history is taken to determine potential triggers. The clinical findings support the diagnosis, and the child is prescribed a topical steroid cream and emollients. L20.83 is assigned.
Detailed patient history including age, onset and duration of symptoms, description of rash (location, morphology, distribution), presence of itching, family history of atopic disease, known allergies or irritants, previous treatment attempts, and response to treatment.Physical examination findings. Documentation of prescribed treatment plan and response to treatment.
** This code is for use when the eczema is specifically in infants.If the eczema is not in an infant, another code from the L20-L30 range should be considered.
- Payment Status: Active
- Modifier TC rule: Not applicable to ICD-10-CM codes.
- Specialties:Pediatrics, Dermatology, Allergy
- Place of Service:Office, Clinic, Hospital (Inpatient or Outpatient)