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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for foot carbuncle

L02.63

Carbuncle of foot

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Carbuncle › foot”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding foot carbuncle

The ICD-10-CM code for foot carbuncle is L02.63 (Carbuncle of foot).

Within L02.6 (cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of foot), L02.63 is specifically for carbuncle of foot. Related codes cover cutaneous abscess of foot (L02.61) and furuncle of foot (L02.62).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: L02.631 (foot), L02.632 (foot) and L02.639 (foot).

Use an additional code to identify organism (B95-B96).

Common questions about foot carbuncle ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for foot carbuncle?

L02.63 — Carbuncle of foot (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is L02.63 billable?

No. L02.63 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.