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Alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) Clinical Information. Loss of scalp and body hair involving microscopically inflammatory patchy areas. ICD-10-CM L63.9 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v 39.0): 606 Minor skin disorders with mcc; 607 Minor skin disorders without mcc; Convert L63.9 to ICD-9-CM. Code History. 2016 (effective ): …
FAQ icd 10 code for alopecia areata
What is the CPT code for alopecia areata?
L63 is a "header" nonspecific and non-billable code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of alopecia areata. The code is NOT valid for the year 2020 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions.
What is alopecia areata areata?
Alopecia areata is a common disorder that causes hair loss. "Alopecia" is a Latin term that means baldness, and "areata" refers to the patchy nature of the hair loss that is typically seen with this condition. In most people with alopecia areata, hair falls out in small, round patches, leaving coin-sized areas of bare skin.
What does approximate mapping mean in ICD-10?
The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 code and the ICD-9 code and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code. You lose up to 100 hairs from your scalp every day.
What is the ICD 10 code for eczema?
This is the American ICD-10-CM version of L29.9 – other international versions of ICD-10 L29.9 may differ. viral warts ( B07.-) In this block the terms dermatitis and eczema are used synonymously and interchangeably. A disorder characterized by an intense itching sensation.
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