2025 ICD-10-CM code L72.8

Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

Refer to the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for detailed instructions on code selection and sequencing. Pay close attention to instructions regarding the use of this code for unspecified follicular cysts.

Medical necessity for coding L72.8 is established by the presence of a follicular cyst requiring clinical evaluation and potentially treatment.The need for excision, drainage, or other interventions may also support medical necessity.

The clinical responsibility for coding L72.8 rests with the physician or qualified healthcare professional who diagnoses and documents the presence of the follicular cyst.Accurate documentation is crucial for proper coding and reimbursement.

IMPORTANT Consider using more specific codes if the type of follicular cyst is known.Cross-reference with clinical findings and imaging studies for accurate coding.If the cyst is a sebaceous cyst, 706.2 (ICD-9-CM) may be a relevant historical equivalent.

In simple words: This code describes a type of cyst that forms in the hair follicles under the skin.It's used when doctors can't identify the exact kind of cyst.

This ICD-10-CM code classifies other specified follicular cysts affecting the skin and subcutaneous tissue.It encompasses various follicular cysts not specifically categorized elsewhere within the ICD-10-CM classification system. This code should be used when the specific type of follicular cyst cannot be further specified.

Example 1: A 45-year-old patient presents with a palpable, slow-growing nodule on their scalp.Dermatological examination and biopsy confirm the presence of a follicular cyst of unspecified type. Code L72.8 is assigned., A 20-year-old patient reports a small, asymptomatic cyst on their face.Clinical examination shows a small, firm, encapsulated lesion consistent with a follicular cyst. The exact type cannot be determined, leading to code L72.8 assignment., A 60-year-old patient with a history of multiple skin lesions undergoes an excisional biopsy of one lesion. Pathology reveals a follicular cyst that is not further classifiable.Code L72.8 is applied.

* Complete patient history, including symptom onset, location, duration, and associated symptoms.* Detailed clinical examination findings with physical description of the cyst (size, location, consistency, etc.).* Histopathological examination results (if performed), including microscopic features to confirm the diagnosis of a follicular cyst.If a more specific type of cyst can be identified, the appropriate code should be used.* Imaging studies (if performed), such as ultrasound or MRI, may provide additional information to confirm the diagnosis and guide appropriate code selection.

** Accurate documentation is paramount to ensure correct code assignment.In cases of uncertainty, consult with a coding specialist or refer to the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines for clarification.

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