L29.8Header code — not billable

Other pruritus

Chapter
12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Category
L29
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category L29

L29PruritusL29.0Pruritus aniYesL29.1Pruritus scrotiYesL29.2Pruritus vulvaeYesL29.3Anogenital pruritus, unspecifiedYesL29.81Cholestatic pruritusYesL29.89Other pruritusYesL29.9Pruritus, unspecifiedYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L29.8?

L29.8 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Other pruritus.

Is L29.8 a billable code?

No. L29.8 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 L29.8 in?

L29.8 falls under Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

When did L29.8 become effective?

L29.8 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to L29.8?

L29.8 belongs to category L29, which includes 8 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.