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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for lower limb abscess

L02.41

Cutaneous abscess of limb

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › lower limb”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding lower limb abscess

The ICD-10-CM code for lower limb abscess is L02.41 (Cutaneous abscess of limb).

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).

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

Common questions about lower limb abscess ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for lower limb abscess?

L02.41 — Cutaneous abscess of limb (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is L02.41 billable?

No. L02.41 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.