ICD-9-CM 702.0 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 702.0 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
(ak-tin-ik ker-a-toe-sis) a precancerous condition of thick, scaly patches of skin
A precancerous lesion of the skin composed of atypical keratinocytes. It is characterized by the presence of thick, scaly patches of skin. Several histologic variants have been described, including atrophic, acantholytic, and hyperkeratotic variants