AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2024 Issue 4; New/Revised ICD-10-CM Codes

Cholestatic Pruritus

Code L29.8, Other pruritus, has been expanded to create code L29.81, Cholestatic pruritus.Cholestatic pruritus is an intense itching of the inside and outside of the skin caused by an impaired secretion of bile that builds up and irritates the nerves. It is most commonly due to liver diseases such as hepatitis and cholangitis. Medications can also cause cholestatic pruritus by having a toxic effect on the liver. The itching can continue even after various treatments. Cholestatic pruritus can lead to discomfort, loss of sleep, and in severe cases, suicidal ideation. ...

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