2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L41.0

Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta

ICD-10-CM Code:
L41.0
ICD-10 Code for:
Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta
Is Billable?
Yes - Valid for Submission
Chronic Condition Indicator: [1]
Chronic
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Code Classification

  • Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
    (L00–L99)
    • Papulosquamous disorders
      (L40-L45)
      • Parapsoriasis
        (L41)

L41.0 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta. The code is valid during the current fiscal year for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions from October 01, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

  • Acute lichenoid pityriasis
  • Febrile ulceronecrotic pityriasis lichenoides acuta
  • Parapsoriasis
  • Parapsoriasis varioliformis
  • Pityriasis lichenoides

Clinical Classification

Clinical Information

  • Pityriasis Lichenoides

    a subgroup of parapsoriasis itself divided into acute and chronic forms. the acute form is characterized by the abrupt onset of a generalized, reddish-brown, maculopapular eruption. lesions may be vesicular, hemorrhagic, crusted, or necrotic. histologically the disease is characterized by epidermal necrolysis. the chronic form shows milder skin changes with necrosis.
  • Parapsoriasis

    the term applied to a group of relatively uncommon inflammatory, maculopapular, scaly eruptions of unknown etiology and resistant to conventional treatment. eruptions are both psoriatic and lichenoid in appearance, but the diseases are distinct from psoriasis, lichen planus, or other recognized dermatoses. proposed nomenclature divides parapsoriasis into two distinct subgroups, pityriasis lichenoides and parapsoriasis en plaques (small- and large-plaque parapsoriasis).
  • Pityriasis Lichenoides

    a rare cutaneous disorder of unknown etiology that can present either as an acute condition, with multiple papular lesions which become vesicular and necrotic (pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta) or chronic, with small, scaling papules (pityriasis lichenoides chronica).
  • Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta|PLEVA

    a rare skin disorder of unknown etiology that is considered to be a more severe form of pityriasis lichenoides. it is characterized by itchy, burning papular lesions which form open sores with red-brown crusts. low grade fever, headache, malaise, and arthralgias may occasionally precede or accompany the skin findings.
  • Large Plaque Parapsoriasis|Parapsoriasis en Plaques

    a variant of parapsoriasis in which the plaques are large.
  • Parapsoriasis

    an inflammatory skin disorder of unknown etiology characterized by papules and plaques or scaly patches resembling psoriasis.
  • Parapsoriasis Lichenoides|Parapsoriasis Variegata|Poikiloderma Atrophicans Vasculare|Poikilodermic Parapsoriasis|Retiform Parapsoriasis

    a rare condition that stimulated chronic radiodermatitis. it is considered a variant of mycosis fungoides.
  • Small Plaque Parapsoriasis

    a variant of parapsoriasis in which the plaques are small.

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
  • Mucha-Habermann disease

Index to Diseases and Injuries References

The following annotation back-references for this diagnosis code are found in the injuries and diseases index. The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10-CM code(s).

Convert L41.0 to ICD-9-CM

  • ICD-9-CM Code: 696.2 - Parapsoriasis
    Approximate Flag - The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 and ICD-9 codes and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.

Patient Education


Skin Conditions

What does your skin do?

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:

  • Holds body fluids in, which helps prevent you from getting dehydrated
  • Keeps out harmful germs, which helps prevent infections
  • Helps you feel things like heat, cold, and pain
  • Helps control your body temperature
  • Makes vitamin D when the sun shines on it
  • Shields your body against heat and light

What problems and conditions can affect your skin?

There are many different problems and conditions which can affect your skin. Some of them can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as itching, burning, redness, and rashes. They might also affect your appearance. Some of the more common skin conditions include:

  • Acne, which causes pimples when hair follicles under your skin get clogged up
  • Burns
  • Cuts and scrapes
  • Dandruff, flaking of the skin on your scalp (the top of your head)
  • Eczema (atopic dermatitis), which causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin
  • Hives, which are red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin
  • Insect bites
  • Psoriasis, which causes itchy, scaly red patches
  • Skin cancer
  • Skin infections

How can I keep my skin healthy?

Since your skin protects your body in many ways, it's important to try to keep your skin healthy. For example, you can:

  • Wear the right protective equipment, like gloves, long sleeves, knee and elbow pads, or helmets to protect against cuts, bumps and scrapes.
  • If you do get a cut or scrape, clean it right away with soap and warm water. Put on a bandage to protect it while it heals.
  • When you are spending time outdoors, wear long sleeves and pants and use insect repellant to prevent insect bites.
  • Prevent sunburn by covering up and using sunscreen when outdoors.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.
  • When you take a shower or bath, use warm (not hot) water. Use mild cleansers and wash gently (don't scrub).
  • Use moisturizers, like lotions, creams, or ointments, to prevent dry skin.

NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.