Is L08.81 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes. L08.81 (Pyoderma vegetans) is billable and can be used for insurance claims. Always verify payer-specific requirements.

L08.81 ✓ Billable

Pyoderma vegetans

Q: What is ICD-10 code L08.81?

ICD-10-CM code L08.81 stands for "Pyoderma vegetans". It is a billable code in the Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue

Code

L08.81

System

ICD-10-CM

Billable

Yes — valid for submission

Effective

FY2026

Chapter

Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue

Source

CMS / CDC NCHS

⚠ Verify before billing. Confirm against the current CMS/NCHS ICD-10-CM files and your payer's rules before claims submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L08.81?

ICD-10-CM code L08.81 represents Pyoderma vegetans. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is L08.81 billable?

Yes. L08.81 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.

What chapter is L08.81 in?

L08.81 belongs to the Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue chapter (L00–L99) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the L08 category

L08 Other local infections of skin and subcutaneous tissue Non-billable L08.0 Pyoderma Billable L08.1 Erythrasma Billable L08.8 Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue Non-billable L08.9 Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified Billable L08.82 Omphalitis not of newborn Billable L08.89 Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue Billable

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