Question 1

Is L72.1 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, L72.1 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code L72.1 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code L72.1 represents Pilar and trichodermal cyst. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L72.1?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for L72.1 is L72 (Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissue). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

L72.12026

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