icd 9 code for hypertrichosis eyelid

What is the ICD 9 code for hirsutism?

ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 704.1 : Hirsutism.

What is the ICD 9 code for blepharitis?

H01. 009 converts approximately to ICD-9-CM: 373.00 - Blepharitis, unspecified.

What is inflammation of the eyelid called?

Blepharitis (blef-uh-RYE-tis) is inflammation of the eyelids. Blepharitis usually affects both eyes along the edges of the eyelids. Blepharitis commonly occurs when tiny oil glands near the base of the eyelashes become clogged, causing irritation and redness. Several diseases and conditions can cause blepharitis.Jan 12, 2022

What is the ICD 10 code for blepharitis of both eyes?

2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H01. 0: Blepharitis.

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374.54 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of hypertrichosis of eyelid. This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent.

Information for Medical Professionals

References found for the code 374.54 in the Index of Diseases and Injuries:

Information for Patients

Your eyelids help protect your eyes. When you blink, your eyelids spread moisture over your eyes. Blinking also helps move dirt or other particles off the surface of the eye. You close your eyelids when you see something coming towards your eyes. This can help protect against injuries.

ICD-9 Footnotes

General Equivalence Map Definitions The ICD-9 and ICD-10 GEMs are used to facilitate linking between the diagnosis codes in ICD-9-CM and the new ICD-10-CM code set. The GEMs are the raw material from which providers, health information vendors and payers can derive specific applied mappings to meet their needs.