L68 ICD-10-CM Code: Hypertrichosis
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
L68Hypertrichosis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where L68 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Disorders of skin appendages (L60-L75)
- 3
Category L68
Hypertrichosis
- 4
Code L68
Hypertrichosis
More specific choices
Codes under L68
L68 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 L68.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L68.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L68.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- congenital hypertrichosis (Q84.2)
- persistent lanugo (Q84.2)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L68.
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 L68 mean?
L68 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Hypertrichosis.”
Is L68 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. L68 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 L68 located in ICD-10-CM?
L68 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 L68, Hypertrichosis.
What coding notes are listed for L68?
No inclusion terms are listed for L68 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: congenital hypertrichosis (Q84.2); persistent lanugo (Q84.2). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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