L98.7: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue

L98.7, excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 3 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 4 HCPCS Level II codes, including Q2028 (Injection, sculptra, 0.5 mg), G0429 (Dermal filler injection(s) for the treatment of facial…), Q2026 (Injection, radiesse, 0.1 ml). The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.

HCPCS Level II codes with L98.7 as a covered diagnosis

CodeDescriptionMedicare coverageDMEPOS fee 2026 (state range)Articles listing it
Q2028Injection, sculptra, 0.5 mgSpecial coverage instructions apply—2
G0429Dermal filler injection(s) for the treatment of facial lipodystrophy syndrome (lds) (e.g., as a result of highly active antiretroviral therapy)Carrier judgment—2
Q2026Injection, radiesse, 0.1 mlSpecial coverage instructions apply—2
G0127Trimming of dystrophic nails, any numberSpecial coverage instructions apply—1

Medicare policy articles listing L98.7

A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.

Other L98 diagnoses (Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified)

Frequently asked questions

Does Medicare cover L98.7 (Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue)?

Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 3 Medicare billing and coding articles list L98.7 as a covered diagnosis for 4 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.

Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 L98.7?

The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are Q2028 (Injection, sculptra, 0.5 mg, 2 articles); G0429 (Dermal filler injection(s) for the treatment of facial…, 2 articles); Q2026 (Injection, radiesse, 0.1 ml, 2 articles); G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.

Which Medicare policy articles list L98.7?

A59299 (Billing and Coding: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery); A58774 (Billing and Coding: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery); A57954 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care).

What is ICD-10-CM code L98.7?

L98.7 is the ICD-10-CM code for excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue, in category L98 (Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified), chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

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Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.

Chapter 12: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue · All diagnoses · HCPCS lookup