L02.237 ICD-10-CM Code: Carbuncle of flank
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
L02.237Carbuncle of flank
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where L02.237 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L08)
- 3
Category L02
Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle
- 4
Subcategory L02.23
Carbuncle of trunk
- 5
Code L02.237
Carbuncle of flank
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for L02.237.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L02.237.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L02.237.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for L02.237.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L02.237.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L02.237 mean?
L02.237 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Carbuncle of flank.”
Is L02.237 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, L02.237 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is L02.237 located in ICD-10-CM?
L02.237 is listed in Chapter 12, Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99), within Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L08) (L00–L08), under category L02, Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle and subcategory L02.23, Carbuncle of trunk.
What coding notes are listed for L02.237?
No inclusion terms are listed for L02.237 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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