L12.1
Billable

Cicatricial pemphigoid

Billable / Specific Code

What is Cicatricial pemphigoid?

ICD-10-CM L12.1 is the diagnosis code for Cicatricial pemphigoid. This code falls under the section "Bullous disorders" within Chapter 12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for L12.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Benign mucous membrane pemphigoid

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L12.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeL12.1 — Cicatricial pemphigoid
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L12.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, L12.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does L12.1 mean?

L12.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cicatricial pemphigoid". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of L12.1?

The parent code of L12.1 is L12 ("Pemphigoid"). L12.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is L12.1 in?

L12.1 is located in Section L10-L14 — "Bullous disorders" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use L12.1?

Use L12.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cicatricial pemphigoid" 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 Cicatricial pemphigoid?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cicatricial pemphigoid is L12.1.

Can L12.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, L12.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is L12.1 in?

L12.1 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is L12.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, L12.1 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
L12.1
Cicatricial pemphigoid
Billable / Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L10-L14 — Bullous disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM