Pyoderma gangrenosum (L88) ICD-10-CM
The L88 code range covers pyoderma gangrenosum with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- Phagedenic pyoderma
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
- dermatitis gangrenosa L08.0
Codes in the L88 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- L88 Pyoderma gangrenosum
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the L88 range.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum
An idiopathic, rapidly evolving, and severely debilitating disease occurring most commonly in association with chronic ulcerative colitis. It is characterized by the presence of boggy, purplish ulcers with undermined borders, appearing mostly on the legs. The majority of cases are in people between 40 and 60 years old. Its etiology is unknown.
About the L88 Code Range
ICD-10 code L88 specifically identifies pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare inflammatory skin condition characterized by painful ulcers and skin lesions. This code is used by healthcare providers to document and classify this complex skin disorder for proper diagnosis and treatment tracking.
Pyoderma gangrenosum encompasses a range of related conditions, including ulcerative pyoderma gangrenosum, pustular or bullous forms, and variants associated with underlying diseases like inflammatory bowel disease or hematological disorders. The code also covers synonyms such as hidradenitis suppurativa pyoderma gangrenosum complex and pyogenic arthritis, pyoderma gangrenosum, acne syndrome. Recognizing these terms helps clinicians and coders accurately use L88 when encountering cases involving peristomal skin complications or suppurative hidradenitis. Thus, the ICD-10 code for pyoderma gangrenosum ensures precise classification of this specific inflammatory skin condition, supporting both clinical care and medical billing processes.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the L88 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the L88 range classify?
The range classifies pyoderma gangrenosum. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
