L72.9Billable

Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

Short description: Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unsp

Chapter
12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Category
L72
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category L72

L72Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissueL72.0Epidermal cystYesL72.1Pilar and trichodermal cystL72.11Pilar cystYesL72.12Trichodermal cystYesL72.2Steatocystoma multiplexYesL72.3Sebaceous cystYesL72.8Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissueYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L72.9?

L72.9 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified.

Is L72.9 a billable code?

Yes. L72.9 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is L72.9 in?

L72.9 falls under Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

When did L72.9 become effective?

L72.9 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to L72.9?

L72.9 belongs to category L72, 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.