ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Pityriasis (capitis) alba: L30.5
The ICD-10-CM index points "Pityriasis (capitis) alba" to L30.5, Pityriasis alba. L30.5 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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More specific codes in L30
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- L30Other and unspecified dermatitisHeader
- L30.0Nummular dermatitisBillable
- L30.1Dyshidrosis [pompholyx]Billable
- L30.2Cutaneous autosensitizationBillable
- L30.3Infective dermatitisBillable
- L30.4Erythema intertrigoBillable
- L30.5Pityriasis albaBillable
- L30.8Other specified dermatitisBillable
- L30.9Dermatitis, unspecifiedBillable
Excludes2
Excludes2 means the other condition can be reported with this one when both are documented.
From L30. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- L30.5 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category L30Every code under it
- Chapter 12Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Pityriasis (capitis) alba?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Pityriasis (capitis) alba" to L30.5, Pityriasis alba. L30.5 is a billable code.
Is L30.5 billable?
Yes. L30.5 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to L30.5?
The CDC tabular list gives 4 Excludes2 notes (may be coded together when both are documented) for L30.5 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is L30.5 in?
Chapter 12. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.