L05 ICD-10-CM Code: Pilonidal cyst and sinus
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
L05Pilonidal cyst and sinus
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where L05 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 L05
Pilonidal cyst and sinus
- 4
Code L05
Pilonidal cyst and sinus
More specific choices
Codes under L05
L05 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for L05.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L05.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L05.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for L05.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L05.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L05 mean?
L05 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Pilonidal cyst and sinus.”
Is L05 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. L05 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is L05 located in ICD-10-CM?
L05 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 L05, Pilonidal cyst and sinus.
What coding notes are listed for L05?
No inclusion terms are listed for L05 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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