ICD-10 Code H02.722 – Madarosis of right lower eyelid and periocular area (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Madarosis of right lower eyelid and periocular area is H02.722.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.722 – Madarosis of right lower eyelid and periocular area

What it is

Madarosis means loss of eyelashes or eyebrows. This code specifies hair loss affecting the right lower eyelid and nearby periocular skin.

Clinical signs

You may see sparse or absent lashes along the right lower lid, with or without local skin changes. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.

When to use this code

Use this code when the provider documents madarosis limited to the right lower eyelid or periocular area. It may apply when eyelash loss is noted on exam, or when the diagnosis is recorded in the assessment without a more specific underlying cause.

Do not use for

Do not use it for generalized hair loss, eyebrow loss only, or eyelid alopecia on the left or both sides. Check documentation if the record describes a different eyelid location or a separate cause.

Coding tip

Confirm laterality and exact eyelid location before assigning H02.722.

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