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L05.02

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Pilonidal sinus with abscess

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

What This Code Means

An abnormal tunnel-like opening in the skin, usually near the tailbone, that has become infected and filled with pus.

Coding Tips

  • •A sinus tract is a channel or tunnel, while a cyst is a closed sac; ensure correct distinction
  • •Note if there are multiple sinus tracts or complex disease patterns

Code Hierarchy

└L05Pilonidal cyst and sinus└L05.0Pilonidal cyst and sinus with abscess└L05.02Pilonidal sinus with abscess
└L05.02Pilonidal sinus with abscess

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