ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Sebaceous cyst: L72.3
The closest CDC title for "Sebaceous cyst" is L72.3, Sebaceous cyst. L72.3 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 order file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Codes under L72, then other CDC titles that name sebaceous cyst
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- L72Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissueHeader
- L72.0Epidermal cystBillable
- L72.1Pilar and trichodermal cystHeader
- L72.11Pilar cystBillable
- L72.12Trichodermal cystBillable
- L72.2Steatocystoma multiplexBillable
- L72.3Sebaceous cystBillable
- L72.8Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissueBillable
- L72.9Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecifiedBillable
Excludes2
Excludes2 means the other condition can be reported with this one when both are documented.
Related conditions
Related pages
- L72.3 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category L72Every code under it
- Chapter 12Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Sebaceous cyst?
The closest CDC title for "Sebaceous cyst" is L72.3, Sebaceous cyst. L72.3 is a billable code.
Is L72.3 billable?
Yes. L72.3 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to L72.3?
The CDC tabular list gives 2 Excludes2 notes (may be coded together when both are documented) for L72.3 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is L72.3 in?
Chapter 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.