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ICD-10-CM · FY 2026 APRIL UPDATE

L02.811

Cutaneous abscess of head [any part, except face]

Diagnosis reference

Billable code

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Effective periodOctober 1, 2026–September 30, 2027
SourceCMS ICD-10-CM order file
ClassificationDiagnosis · clinical modification

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