ICD-10-CM Code L67.0
Trichorrhexis nodosa
Billable Code
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.L67.0 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of trichorrhexis nodosa. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
The ICD code L670 is used to code Trichorrhexis nodosa
Trichorrhexis nodosa is a defect in the hair shaft characterized by thickening or weak points (nodes) that cause the hair to break off easily.:766:636 This group of conditions contributes to the appearance of hair loss, lack of growth, and damaged-looking hair.
Specialty: | Dermatology |
ICD 9 Code: | 704.2 |
Tricho-hepato-enteric syndrome: Microscopic analsis of the hair shaft showing breaks located at nodes in the hair (trichorrhexis nodosa) and longitudinal breaks.
MS-DRG Mapping
- DRG Group #606-607 - Minor skin disorders with MCC.
- DRG Group #606-607 - Minor skin disorders without MCC.
ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'L67.0 - Trichorrhexis nodosa'
The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code L67.0. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.
Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)
This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code L67.0 and a single ICD9 code, 704.2 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.
Parent Code: L67 - Hair color and hair shaft abnormalities