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U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027

L88 ICD-10-CM Code: Pyoderma gangrenosum

A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.

Code definition

Official description

L88

Pyoderma gangrenosum

ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification

Classification

Where L88 sits

  1. 1

    Chapter 12

    Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)

  2. 2

    Section

    Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L80-L99)

  3. 3

    Category L88

    Pyoderma gangrenosum

  4. 4

    Code L88

    Pyoderma gangrenosum

Documentation details

Notes for this code

Inclusion terms

  • Phagedenic pyoderma

Code first

No “code first” instruction is listed for L88.

Use additional code

No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L88.

Excludes1

Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.

  • dermatitis gangrenosa (L08.0)

Excludes2

Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.

No Excludes2 note is listed for L88.

Transparency

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.

Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM source

Code-specific guidance

Frequently asked questions

What does ICD-10-CM code L88 mean?

L88 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Pyoderma gangrenosum.”

Is L88 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?

Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, L88 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 L88 located in ICD-10-CM?

L88 is listed in Chapter 12, Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99), within Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L80-L99) (L80–L99), under category L88, Pyoderma gangrenosum.

What coding notes are listed for L88?

Its listed inclusion terms are Phagedenic pyoderma. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: dermatitis gangrenosa (L08.0). No Excludes2 note is listed.

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