ICD-10 L85.3
Billable / SpecificXerosis cutis
About ICD-10-CM L85.3
ICD-10-CM code L85.3 represents Xerosis cutis. This is a billable/specific code in the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue chapter (block L85). The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM L85.3 became effective on October 1, 2025.
Inclusion Terms / Approximate Synonyms
Clinical terms and conditions classified under L85.3. Per CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular 2026.
- Dry skin dermatitis
Medicare LCD Coverage for L85.3
Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) from CMS MACs that list L85.3 as a covered diagnosis.
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Commercial Payer Coverage
Coverage policies from major commercial payers referencing L85.3.
2 Medicare
Convert L85.3 to ICD-9-CM
Per CMS General Equivalence Mappings (GEMs), useful for legacy data review and historical claim analysis.
| ICD-10 | ICD-9 | Mapping Flags |
|---|---|---|
| L85.3 | 7068 | 10000 |
Flags format (5 digits): Approximate · No Map · Combination · Scenario · Choice List. Source: CMS 2017 GEMs (final version).
Codes Adjacent To L85.3
Other codes in section L80-L99 (Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue).
ICD-10 L85.3, Billing FAQ
Is ICD-10 code L85.3 billable? +
Yes, L85.3 is a billable ICD-10-CM code that can appear as a primary or secondary diagnosis on claims.
What other names or terms map to L85.3? +
ICD-10 L85.3 includes: Dry skin dermatitis.
What CPT codes are commonly billed with L85.3? +
Procedures frequently paired with L85.3 include: 15750, 15740, 15720.
What ICD-9 codes does L85.3 map to? +
Per CMS GEMs, L85.3 maps to ICD-9 codes: 7068. Useful for legacy data review and historical claim analysis.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on July 16, 2026.
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