2025 ICD-10-CM code H01.1
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Diseases of the eye and adnexa - Disorders of eyelid, lacrimal system and orbit 7 Feed
Noninfectious dermatoses of eyelid
Medical necessity is established by the presence of signs and symptoms of noninfectious dermatoses affecting the eyelid.The documentation should support the diagnosis and the need for treatment.
Diagnosis is based on medical history, symptoms, and eye/eyelid examination.Diagnostic studies may include skin and blood tests, cultures (if blisters or oozing), and antibody testing (if autoimmune condition suspected). Treatment may include eyelid hygiene, topical steroids, moisturizers, discontinuation of suspect cosmetic products, and treatment of any associated skin conditions.
In simple words: This code refers to non-infectious skin inflammation of the eyelids, like eczema or dry skin, not caused by an infection.
Noninfectious dermatoses of the eyelid refer to inflammatory skin conditions of the eyelids that are not caused by infection. These include conditions such as allergic (contact) dermatitis, discoid lupus erythematosus, eczematous dermatitis, and xeroderma.Symptoms can vary but often involve redness, dryness, scaling, hyperpigmentation, scarring, and potential eyelash loss.
Example 1: A patient presents with red, itchy, and scaly eyelids.After examination and ruling out infection, the physician diagnoses contact dermatitis of the eyelid., A patient with a history of discoid lupus erythematosus develops scaling and crusting on their eyelids consistent with the condition., A patient experiences dry, scaly eyelids, diagnosed as xeroderma, and is treated with moisturizing creams and eyelid hygiene instructions.
Documentation should include the type of noninfectious dermatosis, the location (eyelid), signs and symptoms, and any associated conditions. Diagnostic tests and treatment provided should also be documented.
- Specialties:Ophthalmology, Dermatology
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Independent Clinic