Other erythematous conditions - L53
Excludes1: It indicates that the conditions described by two codes cannot occur together in the same patient. These codes are mutually exclusive.
Type 1 Excludes:
- erythema ab igne (L59.0)
- erythema due to external agents in contact with skin (L23-L25)
- erythema intertrigo (L30.4)
These ranges represents subcategories of Other erythematous conditions. The "L53" signifies that these are the diseases within this broad category.