L70.0
Acne vulgaris
Approximate Synonyms
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Acne, cystic
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Comedonal acne
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Comedone
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Comedone blackhead)
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Cystic acne
Clinical Information
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A chronic disorder of the pilosebaceous apparatus associated with an increase in sebum secretion. It is characterized by open comedones blackheads), closed comedones whiteheads), and pustular nodules. The cause is unknown, but heredity and age are predisposing factors.
Details
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L70.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM L70.0 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of L70.0 – other international versions of ICD-10 L70.0 may differ.