BC Advantage - 2022 Issue 12

The Pain of Lichen Planus

This article is written for all those people Joanne knows who are suffering from this autoimmune disease. It is painful and life altering in many ways. After research, we found that many practitioners, coders, and billers know little about this disease. We hope this article will help practitioners document and code this condition correctly, and direct patients with chronic LP for emotional support and refer appropriately to more experienced specialists for treatment.What Is "Lichen Planus"?Lichen planus (LP) is an autoimmune disease presenting as an inflammatory skin condition that can affect the hair, mucous membranes, nails, and skin...

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