L65 ICD-10-CM Code: Other nonscarring hair loss
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
L65Other nonscarring hair loss
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where L65 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Disorders of skin appendages (L60-L75)
- 3
Category L65
Other nonscarring hair loss
- 4
Code L65
Other nonscarring hair loss
More specific choices
Codes under L65
L65 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for L65.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L65.
Use additional code
- code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- trichotillomania (F63.3)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L65.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L65 mean?
L65 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other nonscarring hair loss.”
Is L65 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. L65 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is L65 located in ICD-10-CM?
L65 is listed in Chapter 12, Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99), within Disorders of skin appendages (L60-L75) (L60–L75), under category L65, Other nonscarring hair loss.
What coding notes are listed for L65?
No inclusion terms are listed for L65 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Additional-code instructions: code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5). Excludes1 notes: trichotillomania (F63.3). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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