ICD-10-CM L85.3: Xerosis cutis

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for L85.3

Xerosis cutis

Coding Notes & Guidelines for L85.3

Inclusion Terms

Dry skin dermatitis

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code L85.3 (Xerosis cutis)

ICD-10-CM code L85.3 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM L85.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about L85.3 - Xerosis cutis. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Xerosis cutis.