L12.3
Acquired epidermolysis bullosa
Clinical Information
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A chronic autoimmune inflammatory disorder characterized by the formation of subepidermal blisters in the skin and the mucous membranes.
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Form of epidermolysis bullosa characterized by trauma-induced, subepidermal blistering with no family history of the disease. Direct immunofluorescence shows immunoglobulin g deposited at the dermo-epidermal junction.
Details
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L12.3 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM L12.3 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of L12.3 – other international versions of ICD-10 L12.3 may differ.