L90.5 ICD-10-CM Code: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
L90.5 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
L90.5Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where L90.5 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L80-L99)
- 3
Category L90
Atrophic disorders of skin
- 4
Code L90.5
Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Adherent scar (skin)
- Cicatrix
- Disfigurement of skin due to scar
- Fibrosis of skin NOS
- Scar NOS
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L90.5.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L90.5.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for L90.5.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- hypertrophic scar (L91.0)
- keloid scar (L91.0)
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L90.5 mean?
L90.5 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin.”
Is L90.5 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, L90.5 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 L90.5 located in ICD-10-CM?
L90.5 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 L90, Atrophic disorders of skin.
What coding notes are listed for L90.5?
Its listed inclusion terms are Adherent scar (skin); Cicatrix; Disfigurement of skin due to scar; Fibrosis of skin NOS; Scar NOS. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: hypertrophic scar (L91.0); keloid scar (L91.0).