ICD-10 Code for Atrophoderma

The default ICD-10-CM 2027 code for atrophoderma, atrophodermia (of) is L90.9 – Atrophic disorder of skin, unspecified. More specific codes depend on the details documented, as listed in the official index (9 codes, 9 billable).

Main code: L90.9 – Atrophic disorder of skin, unspecified
Billable: Yes

Index entries for Atrophoderma

diffusum (idiopathic) – L90.4
maculatum – L90.8
- et striatum – L90.8
  - due to syphilis – A52.79
- syphilitic – A51.39
neuriticum – L90.8
Pasini and Pierini – L90.3
pigmentosum – Q82.1
reticulatum symmetricum faciei – L66.4
senile – L90.8
- due to radiation (nonionizing) (solar) – L57.8
vermiculata (cheeks) – L66.4

How to choose the right code

Start with the main term, then pick the indented subterm that matches the documentation (type, cause, site, laterality, episode of care). Always confirm the code in the tabular list: follow its Excludes1/Excludes2, “code first” and “use additional code” notes, and add a 7th character where required.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 alphabetic index.