Is ICD-10-CM code L44 billable?

No, L44 (Other papulosquamous disorders) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code L44 belong to?

L44 belongs to Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: L00–L99 (Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue).

L44Not billable, use a more specific code below

Other papulosquamous disorders

In Papulosquamous disorders (L40-L45), chapter 12: Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue

7 billable codes under L44: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

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Read Section I.C.12 (page 58)

All codes under L44

L44 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

L44 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under L44 group to MS-DRG 606, 607, 865, or 866 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

DRG 606 Minor Skin Disorders with MCC (6 of 7 codes)
DRG 607 Minor Skin Disorders without MCC (6 of 7 codes)
DRG 865 Viral Illness with MCC (1 of 7 codes)
DRG 866 Viral Illness without MCC (1 of 7 codes)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Skin Conditions

Your skin is your body's largest organ. It covers the entire outside of your body. There are many ways that your skin protects your body and helps keep you healthy. For example, it:

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.