Seborrheic keratosis (L82) ICD-10-CM
The L82 code range covers seborrheic keratosis with 3 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 2 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Includes
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
- basal cell papilloma
- dermatosis papulosa nigra
- Leser-Trélat disease
Type 2 Excludes
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
- seborrheic dermatitis L21
Codes in the L82 Range 3 codes · 2 billable
About the L82 Code Range
ICD-10 code L82 is specifically used to classify seborrheic keratosis, a common benign skin growth. The section includes codes for the general condition as well as distinct variants like inflamed or other specified forms of seborrheic keratosis.
This section covers seborrheic keratosis, a noncancerous skin lesion often referred to by synonyms such as irritated basal cell papilloma (for L82.0) and Leser-Trélat sign, dermatosis papulosa nigra, melanoacanthoma, senile hyperkeratosis, among others for L82.1. The ICD-10 code for inflamed seborrheic keratosis (L82.0) specifically identifies cases where the lesion shows signs of inflammation, which helps differentiate it from typical seborrheic keratosis. Meanwhile, L82.1 covers a wide spectrum of seborrheic keratosis variants, including those occurring on the scalp, eyelids, or other unique clinical presentations, as well as the eruption of multiple lesions often described by these alternate names. These codes are essential for precise diagnosis and documentation of seborrheic keratosis and its variants in clinical practice and medical billing.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the L82 range?
Of the 3 codes in this range, 2 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 L82 range classify?
The range classifies seborrheic keratosis. 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.
