ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for axilla region abscess
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › axilla (region)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding axilla region abscess
The ICD-10-CM code for axilla region abscess is L02.41 (Cutaneous abscess of limb). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on L02.41.
Within L02.4 (cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of limb), L02.41 is specifically for cutaneous abscess of limb. Related codes cover furuncle of limb (L02.42) and carbuncle of limb (L02.43).
To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: L02.411 (axilla), L02.412 (axilla), L02.413 (limb), L02.414 (limb), L02.415 (limb), L02.416 (limb) and L02.419 (unspecified).
More specific axilla region abscess codes (official index)
- lymph gland or node L04.2 — Acute lymphadenitis of upper limb
Common questions about axilla region abscess ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for axilla region abscess?
- L02.41 — Cutaneous abscess of limb (a header code; report a more specific subcode). More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: L04.2.
What is the ICD-10 code for lymph gland or node axilla region abscess?
- L04.2 — Acute lymphadenitis of upper limb.
Is L02.41 billable?
- No. L02.41 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.