L40.51 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Distal interphalangeal psoriatic arthropathy for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to L40.51 ICD10 Code:
- L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L40-L45 Papulosquamous disorders
- L40 Psoriasis
- L40.5 Arthropathic psoriasis
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
L40.51 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about L40.51 ICD 10 code
Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes itchy or sore patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales. You usually get them on your elbows, knees, scalp, back, face, palms and feet, but they can show up on other parts of your body.
Some people with psoriasis have psoriatic arthritis. It causes pain, stiffness, and swelling of the joints. It is often mild, but can sometimes be serious and affect many joints. The joint and skin problems don't always happen at the same time.
Your doctor will do a physical exam and imaging tests to diagnose psoriatic arthritis. There is no cure, but medicines can help control inflammation and pain. In rare cases, you might need surgery to repair or replace damaged joints.
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