L98.5
BillableMucinosis of the skin
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A skin condition characterized by abnormal accumulation of mucin (a gel-like substance) in the skin and tissues.
Coding Tips
- •Mucinosis can be primary or secondary; ensure documentation clarifies the type
- •This is often associated with thyroid disorders or other systemic conditions; review for related diagnoses
Code Hierarchy
└L98Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified└L98.5Mucinosis of the skin
└L98.5Mucinosis of the skin