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L65.9

Billable

Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Hair loss that does not result in scarring of the scalp, but the specific type or cause is not documented or identified.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a default code; query the provider to determine if a more specific nonscarring hair loss code (L65.0-L65.8) can be assigned
  • •Ensure the hair loss is confirmed as nonscarring (reversible) rather than scarring (permanent) before using this code

Code Hierarchy

└L65Other nonscarring hair loss└L65.9Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified
└L65.9Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

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