ICD-10 Code L02.214 – Cutaneous abscess of groin (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L02.214 – Cutaneous abscess of groin
What it is
L02.214 identifies a localized skin abscess in the groin. It refers to a pocket of pus in the cutaneous tissue of that area, usually from a bacterial infection.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a tender, swollen, red groin lesion that may feel fluctuant or drain pus. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a cutaneous abscess specifically in the groin or inguinal skin area. It fits localized superficial infection, not a deeper soft tissue or genital-organ process. If the note only says “abscess” without location, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use L02.214 for abscesses in other body sites or for deeper infections that are not cutaneous. Do not assume it applies to hidradenitis or genital abscesses unless the documentation clearly supports it.
Coding tip
Code the documented anatomic site exactly; groin is not interchangeable with thigh, perineum, or genitalia.