L02.2
Non-Billable

Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk?

ICD-10-CM L02.2 is the diagnosis code for Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk. This code falls under the section "Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for L02.2

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as L02.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • non-newborn omphalitis (L08.82)
  • omphalitis of newborn (P38.-)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in L02.2. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • abscess of breast (N61.1)
  • abscess of buttocks (L02.3)
  • abscess of female external genital organs (N76.4)
  • abscess of male external genital organs (N48.2, N49.-)
  • abscess of hip (L02.4)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L02.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
L02.21Cutaneous abscess of trunkNon-BillableL02.211Cutaneous abscess of abdominal wallBillableL02.212Cutaneous abscess of back [any part, except buttock and flank]BillableL02.213Cutaneous abscess of chest wallBillableL02.214Cutaneous abscess of groinBillableL02.215Cutaneous abscess of perineumBillableL02.216Cutaneous abscess of umbilicusBillableL02.217Cutaneous abscess of flankBillableL02.219Cutaneous abscess of trunk, unspecifiedBillableL02.22Furuncle of trunkNon-BillableL02.221Furuncle of abdominal wallBillableL02.222Furuncle of back [any part, except buttock and flank]BillableL02.223Furuncle of chest wallBillableL02.224Furuncle of groinBillableL02.225Furuncle of perineumBillableL02.226Furuncle of umbilicusBillableL02.227Furuncle of flankBillableL02.229Furuncle of trunk, unspecifiedBillableL02.23Carbuncle of trunkNon-BillableL02.231Carbuncle of abdominal wallBillableL02.232Carbuncle of back [any part, except buttock]BillableL02.233Carbuncle of chest wallBillableL02.234Carbuncle of groinBillableL02.235Carbuncle of perineumBillableL02.236Carbuncle of umbilicusBillableL02.239Carbuncle of trunk, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L02.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, L02.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does L02.2 mean?

L02.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of L02.2?

The parent code of L02.2 is L02 ("Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle"). L02.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is L02.2 in?

L02.2 is located in Section L00-L08 — "Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of L02.2?

L02.2 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: L02.21, L02.22, L02.23.

When should I use L02.2?

Use L02.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk is L02.2.

Can L02.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, L02.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is L02.2 in?

L02.2 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from L02.2?

Type 1 Excludes for L02.2 include: non-newborn omphalitis (L08.82); omphalitis of newborn (P38.-).

Is L02.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, L02.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
L02.2
Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunk
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L00-L08 — Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM