L08.8Header code — not billable
Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Short description: Oth local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- Chapter
- 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- Category
- L08
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category L08
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code L08.8?
L08.8 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Is L08.8 a billable code?
No. L08.8 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 L08.8 in?
L08.8 falls under Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
When did L08.8 become effective?
L08.8 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to L08.8?
L08.8 belongs to category L08, which includes 7 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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