M35.6
Relapsing panniculitis [Weber-Christian]
Approximate Synonyms
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Relapsing febrile nodular nonsuppurative panniculitis
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Relapsing panniculitis
Clinical Information
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A form of panniculitis characterized by recurrent episodes of fever accompanied by the eruption of single or multiple erythematous subcutaneous nodules on the lower extremities. They normally resolve, but tend to leave depressions in the skin. The condition is most often seen in women, alone or in association with other disorders.
Details
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M35.6 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 M35.6 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of M35.6 – other international versions of ICD-10 M35.6 may differ.