The ICD-10 code for Familial Partial Lipodystrophy is E88.1. This code is used to classify and identify this specific condition in medical records and billing systems. In the previous ICD-9 coding system, the corresponding code for Familial Partial Lipodystrophy was 272.6. It is important for healthcare professionals to accurately assign these codes to ensure proper documentation and reimbursement for the treatment of patients with this condition.
Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, also known as Dunnigan-type familial partial lipodystrophy (FPLD), is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the abnormal distribution of adipose tissue (body fat). This condition typically affects the arms, legs, and buttocks, causing loss of subcutaneous fat in these areas, while fat accumulates in other regions such as the face, neck, and abdomen.
In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), Familial Partial Lipodystrophy is assigned the code E88.1. This code falls under the category of "Metabolic disorders" (E70-E88) and specifically denotes "Other lipodystrophies." The ICD-10 coding system is used globally to classify and code various medical conditions and is regularly updated to provide more specific and accurate diagnostic codes.
In contrast, the ICD-9 code for Familial Partial Lipodystrophy is 272.6. ICD-9, the predecessor to ICD-10, was used prior to October 1, 2015, when ICD-10 was officially implemented. ICD-9 codes are no longer in use, as the healthcare industry transitioned to the more comprehensive ICD-10 system.
It is important to note that ICD codes are primarily used for administrative and billing purposes, enabling healthcare providers and insurance companies to classify and process medical claims efficiently. These codes do not provide detailed clinical information about the condition itself, but rather serve as a standardized way to categorize and track diseases and disorders.