L43

Non-billable

Lichen planus

L43 is the ICD-10-CM code for Lichen planus. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as L43.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
L00-L99
Subcodes
6
Edition
FY2026

L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • lichen planopilaris (L66.1-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code L43?
L43 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Lichen planus". It falls under L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Is L43 a billable code?
No — L43 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as L43.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of L43?
L43 has 6 more specific child codes, including L43.0, L43.1, L43.2.
What is excluded from L43?
Excludes1 (not coded here): lichen planopilaris (L66.1-).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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