ICD-10 Code L98.7 – Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L98.7 – Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue
What it is
L98.7 identifies excess, loose, or hanging skin and underlying subcutaneous tissue. Use it when documentation describes redundant tissue rather than a wound, infection, or another specific skin disorder.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly noted findings include folds of extra skin, skin irritation in overlapping areas, and functional or hygiene concerns caused by the redundant tissue.
When to use this code
Use L98.7 when the record clearly documents excessive or redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue as the diagnosis. It may appear after major weight loss, pregnancy, or other situations where excess tissue is specifically described. Code it only when the provider identifies the condition.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for simple obesity, edema, or nonspecific skin laxity without documentation of redundant tissue. Check documentation if the record instead describes a wound, rash, or infection in the area.
Coding tip
Confirm that the provider names the condition and does not document only body contour concerns or cosmetic status.