L56.0

Billable

Drug phototoxic response

L56.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for Drug phototoxic response. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
L00-L99
Parent
L56
Edition
FY2026

L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Most of the time, medicines make our lives better. They reduce aches and pains, fight infections, and control problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes. But medicines can also cause unwanted reactions, such as drug interactions, side effects, and allergies. What is a drug interaction? A drug interaction is a change in the way a drug acts in the body when taken with certain other drugs, foods, or supplements…

Read more about Drug Reactions at MedlinePlus ↗

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Use additional code

  • code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L56.0?
L56.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Drug phototoxic response". It falls under L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Is L56.0 a billable code?
Yes — L56.0 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

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

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