L98.7
Billable

Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue

Billable / Specific Code

What is Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue?

ICD-10-CM L98.7 is the diagnosis code for Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue. This code falls under the section "Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for L98.7

✅ This Code Includes

  • Loose or sagging skin following bariatric surgery weight loss
  • Loose or sagging skin following dietary weight loss
  • Loose or sagging skin, NOS

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

The following conditions are not included in L98.7. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • acquired excess or redundant skin of eyelid (H02.3-)
  • congenital excess or redundant skin of eyelid (Q10.3)
  • skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation (L57.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L98.7 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is L98.7 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, L98.7 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does L98.7 mean?

L98.7 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of L98.7?

The parent code of L98.7 is L98 ("Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified"). L98.7 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is L98.7 in?

L98.7 is located in Section L80-L99 — "Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use L98.7?

Use L98.7 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue" 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 Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue?

The ICD-10-CM code for Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue is L98.7.

Can L98.7 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, L98.7 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is L98.7 in?

L98.7 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is L98.7 valid for 2026?

Yes, L98.7 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
L98.7
Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue
Billable / Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L80-L99 — Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM