ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 132.0
Diagnosis Code: 132.0 (Raw: 1320)
Description: Pediculus capitis [head louse]
Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference
CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.
Overview & Historical Usage
ICD-9-CM code 132.0 is designated for Pediculus capitis [head louse]. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.