L20.81 ICD-10-CM Code: Atopic neurodermatitis
L20.81 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Atopic neurodermatitis” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
L20.81Atopic neurodermatitis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where L20.81 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Dermatitis and eczema (L20-L30)
- 3
Category L20
Atopic dermatitis
- 4
Subcategory L20.8
Other atopic dermatitis
- 5
Code L20.81
Atopic neurodermatitis
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Diffuse neurodermatitis
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L20.81.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L20.81.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for L20.81.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L20.81.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L20.81 mean?
L20.81 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Atopic neurodermatitis.”
Is L20.81 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, L20.81 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is L20.81 located in ICD-10-CM?
L20.81 is listed in Chapter 12, Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99), within Dermatitis and eczema (L20-L30) (L20–L30), under category L20, Atopic dermatitis and subcategory L20.8, Other atopic dermatitis.
What coding notes are listed for L20.81?
Its listed inclusion terms are Diffuse neurodermatitis. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.