L23.6 Allergic contact dermatitis due to food in contact with the skin

Coding Notes

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Billable, valid for HIPAA-covered transactions

Tyoe 2 Excludes

dermatitis due to ingested food (L27.2)

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Allergy, allergic (reaction) (to) T78.40
food NEC (any) (ingested) T78.1
Dermatitis (eczematous) L30.9
contact (occupational) L25.9
due to
Itch, itching See also Pruritus

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Code Title
L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L20-L30 Dermatitis and eczema (L20-L30)
L23 Allergic contact dermatitis
L23.6 Allergic contact dermatitis due to food in contact with the skin
Type 2 Excludes
dermatitis due to ingested food (L27.2)