L13.0
Billable

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Dermatitis herpetiformis?

ICD-10-CM L13.0 is the diagnosis code for Dermatitis herpetiformis. This code falls under the section "Bullous disorders" within Chapter 12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for L13.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Duhring's disease
  • Hydroa herpetiformis

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as L13.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • juvenile dermatitis herpetiformis (L12.2)
  • senile dermatitis herpetiformis (L12.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L13.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L13.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, L13.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does L13.0 mean?

L13.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Dermatitis herpetiformis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of L13.0?

The parent code of L13.0 is L13 ("Other bullous disorders"). L13.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is L13.0 in?

L13.0 is located in Section L10-L14 — "Bullous disorders" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use L13.0?

Use L13.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Dermatitis herpetiformis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Dermatitis herpetiformis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Dermatitis herpetiformis is L13.0.

Can L13.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, L13.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is L13.0 in?

L13.0 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from L13.0?

Type 1 Excludes for L13.0 include: juvenile dermatitis herpetiformis (L12.2); senile dermatitis herpetiformis (L12.0).

Is L13.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, L13.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
L13.0
Dermatitis herpetiformis
Billable / Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L10-L14 — Bullous disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM