L53.0 – Toxic erythema

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Urticaria and erythema

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code L53.0

Code: L53.0 (claims format: L530)
Description: Toxic erythema
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
Block: L49-L54 Urticaria and erythema
Parent codes: L53

Notes for L53.0

Excludes1 (not coded here):

neonatal erythema toxicum (P83.1)

Code first:

poisoning due to drug or toxin, if applicable (T36-T65 with fifth or sixth character 1-4)

Use additional code:

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

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

L53 – Other erythematous conditions

Excludes1 (not coded here):

erythema ab igne (L59.0)
erythema due to external agents in contact with skin (L23-L25)
erythema intertrigo (L30.4)

Block L49-L54

Excludes1 (not coded here):

Lyme disease (A69.2-)
rosacea (L71.-)

Index terms for L53.0

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in L53

L53.1 – Erythema annulare centrifugumBillable
L53.2 – Erythema marginatumBillable
L53.3 – Other chronic figurate erythemaBillable
L53.8 – Other specified erythematous conditionsBillable
L53.9 – Erythematous condition, unspecifiedBillable

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L53.0?

L53.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for toxic erythema, in the block L49-L54 (Urticaria and erythema).

Is L53.0 a billable code?

Yes. L53.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does L53.0 belong to?

It belongs to category L53 – Other erythematous conditions.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.