L73.8 – Other specified follicular disorders

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of skin appendages

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code L73.8
Code
L73.8 (claims format: L738)
Description
Other specified follicular disorders
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
L73

Notes for L73.8

Applicable to:
  • Sycosis barbae

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 L73.8

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in L73

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L73.8?

L73.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specified follicular disorders, in the block L60-L75 (Disorders of skin appendages).

Is L73.8 a billable code?

Yes. L73.8 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does L73.8 belong to?

It belongs to category L73 – Other follicular disorders.

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.