L01.0Header code — not billable

Impetigo

Chapter
12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Category
L01
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category L01

L01ImpetigoL01.00Impetigo, unspecifiedYesL01.01Non-bullous impetigoYesL01.02Bockhart's impetigoYesL01.03Bullous impetigoYesL01.09Other impetigoYesL01.1Impetiginization of other dermatosesYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L01.0?

L01.0 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Impetigo.

Is L01.0 a billable code?

No. L01.0 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is L01.0 in?

L01.0 falls under Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

When did L01.0 become effective?

L01.0 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to L01.0?

L01.0 belongs to category L01, which includes 7 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.