L29
Non-billablePruritus
L29 is the ICD-10-CM code for Pruritus. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as L29.0 for billing.
- Status
- Header (non-billable)
- Chapter
- L00-L99
- Subcodes
- 6
- Edition
- FY2026
L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is itching? Itching is an irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch your skin. Sometimes it can feel like pain, but it is different. Often, you feel itchy in one area in your body, but sometimes you may feel itching all over. Along with the itching, you may also have a rash or hives . What causes itching? Itching is a symptom of many health conditions. Some common causes are: Allergic reactions to…
Read more about Itching at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- Lidocaine Hcl and Hydrocortisone Acetate›
- Crotamiton›
- IodoquinolCorticosteroid [EPC]›
- Lidocaine Hydrochloride and Hydrocortisone Acetate›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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