ICD10BillableValid for clinical use
ICD-10 Code L57.2: Cutis rhomboidalis nuchae
Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 26 May 2026
What is this code?
ICD-10 codes are diagnosis classification codes used in healthcare records, reporting, coding workflows, and billing support. This code sits within the broader ICD-10 area for Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99).
When is it used?
- May be used when a clinician documents cutis rhomboidalis nuchae in a patient's medical record.
- May appear in hospital records, claims, referrals, and clinical documentation.
- This code can be used as a clinically usable diagnosis entry in standardized coding workflows.
What it does not mean
- A code alone does not explain severity, treatment plan, or outcome.
- A medical code should not be treated as a substitute for a doctor's diagnosis or advice.
Code hierarchy
chapter
12Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
block
L55-L59Radiation-related disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
category
L57Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
currentL57
Where you may see this code
You may see this code in hospital records, discharge summaries, insurance claims, encounter documentation, referrals, or other healthcare billing and coding records.
Related specialists
Dermatologist
Related codes
Sibling codes
L57.0Actinic keratosisbillableL57.1Actinic reticuloidbillableL57.3Poikiloderma of CivattebillableL57.4Cutis laxa senilisbillableL57.5Actinic granulomabillableL57.8Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiationbillableL57.9Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation, unspecifiedbillable
Coverage-related procedures and services
CPT 15820high
BLEPHAROPLASTY, LOWER EYELID;
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 15821high
BLEPHAROPLASTY, LOWER EYELID; WITH EXTENSIVE HERNIATED FAT PAD
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 15822high
BLEPHAROPLASTY, UPPER EYELID;
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 15823high
BLEPHAROPLASTY, UPPER EYELID; WITH EXCESSIVE SKIN WEIGHTING DOWN LID
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 67904high
REPAIR OF BLEPHAROPTOSIS; (TARSO) LEVATOR RESECTION OR ADVANCEMENT, EXTERNAL APPROACH
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 67903high
REPAIR OF BLEPHAROPTOSIS; (TARSO) LEVATOR RESECTION OR ADVANCEMENT, INTERNAL APPROACH
Source: CMS coverage guidance
Coding guidelines
Compatibility
Legacy and official ICD code match exactly.
Legacy codes
L57.2
Common synonyms
Cutis rhomboidalis nuchae
Frequently asked questions
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