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L02.239

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Carbuncle of trunk, unspecified

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

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❌ Excludes1

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.

L02.2
  • • non-newborn omphalitis (L08.82)
  • • omphalitis of newborn (P38.-)

⚠️ Excludes2

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes.

L02.2
  • • abscess of breast (N61.1)
  • • abscess of buttocks (L02.3)
  • • abscess of female external genital organs (N76.4)
  • • abscess of male external genital organs (N48.2, N49.-)
  • • abscess of hip (L02.4)
L02
  • • abscess of anus and rectal regions (K61.-)
  • • abscess of female genital organs (external) (N76.4)
  • • abscess of male genital organs (external) (N48.2, N49.-)

📋 Code Instructions

inherited
L02
  • • code to identify organism (B95-B96)

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code L02.239 represents carbuncle of trunk, unspecified. This code falls under the Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.

This is a 7-character code at the 6th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that L02.239 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code L02.239?

ICD-10-CM code L02.239 is "Carbuncle of trunk, unspecified". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99).

Is L02.239 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, L02.239 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What codes are excluded with L02.239?

L02.239 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

Can L02.239 be coded with other codes?

L02.239 has 8 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.

Related Codes in L02.23

Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:

L02.231Carbuncle of abdominal wallL02.232Carbuncle of back [any part, except buttock]L02.233Carbuncle of chest wallL02.234Carbuncle of groinL02.235Carbuncle of perineumL02.236Carbuncle of umbilicus

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Code Information

CodeL02.239
BillableYes
ParentL02.23
CategoryDiseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
Excludes12 rule(s)
Excludes28 note(s)

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)