Androgenic alopecia, unspecified

This code represents hair loss occurring in a pattern characteristic of androgenic alopecia, where the specific type (e.g., male pattern, female pattern) is not documented. It indicates a non-scarring form of alopecia primarily influenced by androgen hormones and genetics. The condition results in progressive miniaturization of hair follicles, leading to thinning and eventual hair loss.

Use this code when the medical record clearly states a diagnosis of androgenic alopecia but does not specify the pattern (e.g., male pattern, female pattern, or other specific type). This code is appropriate when the provider's documentation is limited to "androgenic alopecia" without further detail. It should be used when more specific codes for androgenic alopecia cannot be supported by the available clinical information.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies "male pattern baldness" (L64.0) or "female pattern alopecia" (L64.1); use the more specific code.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "androgenic alopecia" to support this diagnosis.
• Do not confuse with other types of alopecia, such as alopecia areata (L63.-) or other non-androgenic forms of hair loss.