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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for sensation

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Sensation”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding sensation

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for sensation; the code depends on the details below.

More specific sensation codes (official index)

  • burning (skin) R20.8 — Other disturbances of skin sensation
  • tongue K14.6 — Glossodynia
  • foreign body R09.A0 — Foreign body sensation, unspecified
  • eye H57.8A — Foreign body sensation eye (ocular)
  • globus R09.A2 — Foreign body sensation, throat
  • nose R09.A1 — Foreign body sensation, nose
  • specified site NEC R09.A9 — Foreign body sensation, other site
  • throat R09.A2 — Foreign body sensation, throat
  • loss of R20.8 — Other disturbances of skin sensation
  • prickling (skin) R20.2 — Paresthesia of skin
  • tingling (skin) R20.2 — Paresthesia of skin

Common questions about sensation ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for burning sensation?

R20.8 — Other disturbances of skin sensation.

What is the ICD-10 code for foreign body sensation?

R09.A0 — Foreign body sensation, unspecified.

What is the ICD-10 code for loss of sensation?

R20.8 — Other disturbances of skin sensation.

What is the ICD-10 code for prickling sensation?

R20.2 — Paresthesia of skin.

What is the ICD-10 code for tingling sensation?

R20.2 — Paresthesia of skin.