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L49

Non-billable

Exfoliation due to erythematous conditions according to extent of body surface involved

L49 is the ICD-10-CM code for Exfoliation due to erythematous conditions according to extent of body surface involved. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as L49.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
L00-L99
Subcodes
10
Edition
FY2026

L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling. Eczema is also called dermatitis. Most types cause dry, itchy skin and rashes on the face, inside the elbows and behind the knees, and on the hands and feet. Scratching the skin can cause it to turn red, and to swell and itch even more. Eczema is not contagious. The cause of eczema is unknown. It is likely caused by both genetic and environmental…

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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Code first

  • •erythematous condition causing exfoliation, such as:
  • •Ritter's disease (L00)
  • •(Staphylococcal) scalded skin syndrome (L00)
  • •Stevens-Johnson syndrome (L51.1)
  • •Stevens-Johnson syndrome-toxic epidermal necrolysis overlap syndrome (L51.3)
  • •Toxic epidermal necrolysis (L51.2)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L49?
L49 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Exfoliation due to erythematous conditions according to extent of body surface involved". It falls under L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Is L49 a billable code?
No — L49 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as L49.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of L49?
L49 has 10 more specific child codes, including L49.0, L49.1, L49.2.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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