ICD-10 Code L28.2 – Other prurigo (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L28.2 – Other prurigo
What it is
L28.2 identifies prurigo, a skin condition marked by persistent itching with papules or nodular lesions. Use it when the documentation specifies other prurigo rather than a more specific pruritic disorder.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include intensely itchy, excoriated papules or nodules, often from repeated scratching. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the exact lesion pattern and distribution.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents other prurigo, prurigo NOS, or a prurigo-type eruption without a more specific diagnosis. It fits cases where itching and scratch-related lesions are the main documented problem. Check documentation if the note suggests an alternate dermatitis or pruritic disorder.
Do not use for
Do not use L28.2 for generalized pruritus without prurigo lesions, or for a different named eczema, dermatitis, or infestation. If the record names another condition, code that diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Look for the provider’s exact wording; prurigo and pruritus are not interchangeable.