L87

⚠ Non-billable (Header)

Transepidermal elimination disorders

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

⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.

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These codes are mutually exclusive. Never code them together.

• granuloma annulare (perforating) (L92.0)

Child Codes (5)

L87.0Keratosis follicularis et parafollicularis in cutem penetrans✓ Billable L87.1Reactive perforating collagenosis✓ Billable L87.2Elastosis perforans serpiginosa✓ Billable L87.8Other transepidermal elimination disorders✓ Billable L87.9Transepidermal elimination disorder, unspecified✓ Billable

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code L87 represents transepidermal elimination disorders. This code falls under the Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code L87?

ICD-10-CM code L87 is "Transepidermal elimination disorders". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99).

Is L87 a billable ICD-10 code?

No, L87 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.

What codes are excluded with L87?

L87 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

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Code Information

CodeL87

BillableNo — Header code

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

Excludes11 rule(s)

Excludes20 note(s)

Child codes5

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)