L02.811

L02.811

Billable

Cutaneous abscess of head [any part, except face]

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A localized collection of pus on the head or scalp (excluding the face) that forms as a result of infection.

Coding Tips

•Ensure the abscess location is documented as head and not face, as face abscesses have different codes
•Distinguish between cutaneous abscess and other types of head infections like meningitis or encephalitis

Code Hierarchy

└L02Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle └L02.8Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of other sites └L02.81Cutaneous abscess of other sites └L02.811Cutaneous abscess of head [any part, except face]

└L02.811Cutaneous abscess of head [any part, except face]