L72.9 – Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of skin appendages
ICD-10-CM code
L72.9
- Code
L72.9(claims format:L729)- Description
- Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
- Short description
- Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unsp
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- Block
- L60-L75 Disorders of skin appendages
- Parent codes
- L72
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
Block L60-L75
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- congenital malformations of integument (Q84.-)
Index terms for L72.9
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in L72
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code L72.9?
L72.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified, in the block L60-L75 (Disorders of skin appendages).
Is L72.9 a billable code?
Yes. L72.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does L72.9 belong to?
It belongs to category L72 – Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.