ICD-10 Code H02.729 – Madarosis of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid and periocular area (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.729 – Madarosis of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid and periocular area
What it is
This code describes loss or absence of eyelashes or eyebrow hair in an unspecified eye, eyelid, or periocular area. Use it when the record documents madarosis but does not identify a more specific side or cause.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include thinning or complete loss of lashes or brows around the eye. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for laterality, extent, and any associated eyelid or skin disease.
When to use this code
Use H02.729 when the provider documents madarosis and does not specify the eye, eyelid, or periocular area. It also fits cases where the chart confirms hair loss around the eye but offers no clearer diagnosis. If the cause is identified, code the documented condition instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for generalized hair loss, scalp alopecia, or eyelash loss with a documented alternate cause. Check documentation if the record specifies laterality or a more exact eyelid disorder.
Coding tip
Query for laterality and underlying etiology before assigning H02.729.