ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L91.0
Hypertrophic scar
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L91.0
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- acne keloid (L73.0)
- scar NOS (L90.5)
Inclusion Terms
- Keloid
- Keloid scar
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L91.0 (Hypertrophic scar)
ICD-10-CM code L91.0 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM L91.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L91.0 - Hypertrophic scar. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Hypertrophic scar.