ICD10 code of Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy and ICD9 code

Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy (CGL) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the near absence of adipose tissue from birth. The lack of adipose tissue leads to a range of medical complications, including metabolic abnormalities, insulin resistance, diabetes mellitus, and hypertriglyceridemia. The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) provides a specific code to identify CGL, which is E88.1.

In contrast, the previous edition of ICD, ICD-9, does not have a specific code for CGL. However, it does provide codes for related conditions such as lipodystrophy (ICD-9 code 272.6), which broadly encompasses various forms of abnormal or deficient adipose tissue. It is important to note that the ICD-9 code for lipodystrophy does not specifically indicate congenital generalized lipodystrophy, as the classification system does not differentiate between different types or subtypes of lipodystrophy.

In summary, the ICD-10 code for Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy is E88.1, while the ICD-9 code for lipodystrophy (a broader term) is 272.6. These codes are used by healthcare professionals for accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and effective tracking of patients with these conditions.