In simple words: This code describes an eyelid inflammation that is not blepharitis or a skin condition, causing symptoms like pain, itching, redness, oily eyelids, swelling, watery eyes, grittiness, and burning.Diagnosis involves medical history, symptoms, and eye/eyelash examination. Treatment may include lid washes, warm compresses, and lubricating, anti-inflammatory, or steroid eye drops.

This code refers to inflammations of the eyelid not otherwise classified, such as pain, itching, and redness, excluding conditions like blepharitis and noninfectious dermatoses.

Example 1: A patient presents with red, swollen eyelids, and a gritty sensation, but without the specific signs of blepharitis. After ruling out other conditions, the physician diagnoses other specified inflammation of the eyelid., A patient experiences recurrent eyelid inflammation that is not caused by infection or a known skin condition. They report a burning sensation and excessive tearing. This is coded as H01.8., A patient with a history of eye allergies experiences inflammation of the eyelids not related to their allergies.The physician diagnoses this condition using H01.8 after other inflammatory conditions are excluded.

Documentation should include a detailed description of the eyelid inflammation, including the location, signs, and symptoms.Ruling out other diagnoses like blepharitis or non-infectious dermatitis should be documented, along with any associated conditions or contributing factors.