Question 1

Is L73 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, L73 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code L73 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code L73 represents Other follicular disorders. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code L73 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code L73 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L73?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for L73 is section:L60-L75 (Disorders of skin appendages (L60-L75)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Is L73 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code L73 mean?

When was ICD-10 code L73 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L73?