ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L29
Pruritus
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L29
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- neurotic excoriation (L98.1)
- psychogenic pruritus (F45.8)
Use Additional Code
code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)
Inclusion Terms
Itch NOS
Code Also
, if applicable, type of liver disease
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for L29):
About ICD-10-CM Code L29 (Pruritus)
ICD-10-CM code L29 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM L29 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L29 - Pruritus. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Pruritus.