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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for Palmoplantaris climacterica hyperkeratosis

L85.1

Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris

✓ Billable / specific

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Hyperkeratosis › palmoplantaris climacterica”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding Palmoplantaris climacterica hyperkeratosis

The ICD-10-CM code for Palmoplantaris climacterica hyperkeratosis is L85.1 (Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris).

Within L85 (other epidermal thickening), L85.1 is specifically for acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris. Related codes cover acquired ichthyosis (L85.0), keratosis punctata (palmaris et plantaris) (L85.2), xerosis cutis (L85.3), other specified epidermal thickening (L85.8) and epidermal thickening, unspecified (L85.9).

Don't report L85.1 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: inherited keratosis palmaris et plantaris (Q82.8).

It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.

Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for L85.1)

  • inherited keratosis palmaris et plantaris (Q82.8)

Common questions about Palmoplantaris climacterica hyperkeratosis ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for Palmoplantaris climacterica hyperkeratosis?

L85.1 — Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris.

Is L85.1 billable?

Yes. L85.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).

Can L85.1 be used as a principal diagnosis?

Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict L85.1 as a principal diagnosis.

Is L85.1 a CC or MCC?

No. L85.1 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.