2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L29.1Pruritus scroti

ICD-10-CM Codes›L00–L99›L20-L30›L29

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

L29.1 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for pruritus scroti. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 729 through 730. Coders also document this condition as pruritus of genital organs. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Other specified inflammatory condition of skin.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
L29.1
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Pruritus scroti
Short Description
Pruritus scroti
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
L29
Pruritus

Code Classification

ChapterL00–L99Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
SectionL20-L30Dermatitis and eczema
CategoryL29Pruritus
This CodeL29.1Pruritus scroti

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Pruritus of genital organs
  • Pruritus of male genital organs
  • Scrotal pruritus

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.

    • Pruritus, pruritic(essential)
      • scroti, scrotum

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR SKN002
Other specified inflammatory condition of skin
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

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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Convert L29.1 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
698.1 Pruritus of genitalia
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

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 L29.1Overview

Is L29.1 (Pruritus) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report pruritus scroti on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does L29.1 group to?

When pruritus scroti is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 729, 730, with relative weights from 0.6720 to 1.0587 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of L29.1?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, pruritus scroti converts to ICD-9-CM 698.1 (pruritus of genitalia). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Not chronic - A diagnosis code that does not fit the criteria for chronic condition (duration, ongoing medical treatment, and limitations) is considered not chronic. Some codes designated as not chronic are acute conditions. Other diagnosis codes that indicate a possible chronic condition, but for which the duration of the illness is not specified in the code description (i.e., we do not know the condition has lasted 12 months or longer) also are considered not chronic.