2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L29Pruritus

ICD-10-CM Codes›L00–L99›L20-L30›L29

ICD-10-CM L29
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

L29 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for pruritus, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as L29.0, L29.1, L29.2, and L29.3.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
L29
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Pruritus
Chapter
L20-L30
Dermatitis and eczema

Code Classification

ChapterL00–L99Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
SectionL20-L30Dermatitis and eczema
CategoryL29Pruritus
This CodeL29Pruritus

Specific Coding for PruritusOverview

Non-specific codes like L29 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:

  • Use L29.0 for Pruritus ani

  • Use L29.1 for Pruritus scroti

  • Use L29.2 for Pruritus vulvae

  • Use L29.3 for Anogenital pruritus, unspecified

  • L29.8 for Other pruritus

  • Use L29.81 for Cholestatic pruritus

  • Use L29.89 for Other pruritus

  • Use L29.9 for Pruritus, unspecified

Tabular List NotesGuidance

Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.

Type 1 Excludes

  • neurotic excoriation L98.1
  • psychogenic pruritus F45.8

Clinical InformationClinical

  • Pruritus

    an intense itching sensation that produces the urge to rub or scratch the skin to obtain relief.

  • Pruritus Ani

    intense chronic itching in the anal area.

  • Pruritus Vulvae

    intense itching of the external female genitals.

Patient EducationClinical

Itching

Itching is an irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch your skin. Sometimes it can feel like pain, but it is different. Often, you feel itchy in one area in your body, but sometimes you may feel itching all over. Along with the itching, you may also have a rash or hives.

The full article covers:

  • What is itching?
  • What causes itching?
  • What are the treatments for itching?

Read the full article at MedlinePlus

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Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About L29Overview

Is L29 (Pruritus) a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for pruritus, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for pruritus need a more specific code from this category, such as L29.0, L29.1, and L29.2.