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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for hand furuncle

L02.52

Furuncle hand

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding hand furuncle

The ICD-10-CM code for hand furuncle is L02.52 (Furuncle hand).

Within L02.5 (cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of hand), L02.52 is specifically for furuncle hand. Related codes cover cutaneous abscess of hand (L02.51) and carbuncle of hand (L02.53).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: L02.521 (hand), L02.522 (hand) and L02.529 (hand).

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

Common questions about hand furuncle ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for hand furuncle?

L02.52 — Furuncle hand (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is L02.52 billable?

No. L02.52 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.