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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for upper abscess

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › upper”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding upper abscess

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for upper abscess; the code depends on the details below.

More specific upper abscess codes (official index)

  • limb L02.41 — Cutaneous abscess of limb
  • respiratory J39.8 — Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

Common questions about upper abscess ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for limb upper abscess?

L02.41 — Cutaneous abscess of limb (header code; choose a more specific subcode).

What is the ICD-10 code for respiratory upper abscess?

J39.8 — Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract.