L55.0Billable
Sunburn of first degree
- Chapter
- 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- Category
- L55
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category L55
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code L55.0?
L55.0 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Sunburn of first degree.
Is L55.0 a billable code?
Yes. L55.0 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is L55.0 in?
L55.0 falls under Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
When did L55.0 become effective?
L55.0 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to L55.0?
L55.0 belongs to category L55, which includes 4 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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