Question 1

Is L05.01 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, L05.01 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for pilonidal cyst with abscess. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code L05.01 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code L05.01 represents Pilonidal cyst with abscess. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L05.01?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for L05.01 is L05.0 (Pilonidal cyst and sinus with abscess). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions should be coded separately from L05.01?

Accepted Answer

Code L05.01 has Type 2 Excludes including: congenital sacral dimple (Q82.6); parasacral dimple (Q82.6). These conditions are not included in L05.01 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

L05.012026

FAQ

L05.012026

Excludes22Not included here

Notes3Additional information

FAQ

Is L05.01 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code L05.01 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L05.01?

What conditions should be coded separately from L05.01?