Diaper dermatitis (L22) ICD-10-CM
The L22 code range covers diaper dermatitis with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
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.
- Diaper erythema
- Diaper rash
- Psoriasiform diaper rash
Codes in the L22 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- L22 Diaper dermatitis
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the L22 range.
Diaper Rash
A type of irritant dermatitis localized to the area in contact with a diaper and occurring most often as a reaction to prolonged contact with urine, feces, or retained soap or detergent.
About the L22 Code Range
Diaper dermatitis, often called diaper rash, is skin irritation in the area that touches a diaper. It occurs most often after prolonged contact with urine, feces, or retained soap or detergent. L22 is the category for this condition within the dermatitis and eczema group.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the L22 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the L22 range classify?
The range classifies diaper dermatitis. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
