L02.222Billable
Furuncle of back [any part, except buttock and flank]
- Chapter
- 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- Category
- L02
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category L02
L02Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncleL02.0Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of faceL02.01Cutaneous abscess of faceYesL02.02Furuncle of faceYesL02.03Carbuncle of faceYesL02.1Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of neckL02.11Cutaneous abscess of neckYesL02.12Furuncle of neckYesL02.13Carbuncle of neckYesL02.2Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of trunkL02.21Cutaneous abscess of trunkL02.211Cutaneous abscess of abdominal wallYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code L02.222?
L02.222 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Furuncle of back [any part, except buttock and flank].
Is L02.222 a billable code?
Yes. L02.222 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is L02.222 in?
L02.222 falls under Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
When did L02.222 become effective?
L02.222 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to L02.222?
L02.222 belongs to category L02, which includes 12 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.