L72.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Epidermal cyst
L72.0 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Epidermal cyst” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
L72.0Epidermal cyst
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where L72.0 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Disorders of skin appendages (L60-L75)
- 3
Category L72
Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissue
- 4
Code L72.0
Epidermal cyst
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for L72.0.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L72.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L72.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for L72.0.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L72.0.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L72.0 mean?
L72.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Epidermal cyst.”
Is L72.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, L72.0 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 L72.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
L72.0 is listed in Chapter 12, Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99), within Disorders of skin appendages (L60-L75) (L60–L75), under category L72, Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissue.
What coding notes are listed for L72.0?
No inclusion terms are listed for L72.0 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.