Leprosy, unspecified

This code represents a diagnosis of leprosy (Hansen's disease) when the specific type or manifestation is not documented. Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, primarily affecting the skin, peripheral nerves, upper respiratory tract, eyes, and testes.

Use this code when the provider's documentation confirms a diagnosis of leprosy but does not specify the clinical form (e.g., tuberculoid, lepromatous, borderline, indeterminate). This code is appropriate for initial diagnosis or follow-up when the specific classification is unknown or not yet determined.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific type of leprosy is documented; refer to codes 030.0-030.8.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "leprosy" or "Hansen's disease" to support this diagnosis.
• Consider any associated manifestations or complications (e.g., neuropathies, skin lesions) for additional coding, if documented.