Other inflammations of eyelids

This code represents various inflammatory conditions affecting the eyelids that are not specifically classified elsewhere. It encompasses a range of non-infectious or unspecified inflammatory processes impacting the eyelid tissues, such as allergic reactions, contact dermatitis, or other localized irritations.

Use this code when documentation indicates an inflammation of the eyelid that is not blepharitis, hordeolum, chalazion, or other more specific eyelid infections. This code is appropriate for conditions like allergic conjunctivitis with significant eyelid involvement, or unspecified inflammatory responses of the eyelid. Documentation should clearly state "inflammation of eyelid" without further specific diagnostic detail.

• Do not use this code if a more specific diagnosis, such as blepharitis (373.0x) or hordeolum (373.1), is documented.
• Ensure the documentation specifies "eyelid" inflammation; if the inflammation primarily affects the conjunctiva, consider codes from the 372.xx series.
• If an underlying cause for the inflammation is identified (e.g., allergic reaction to a specific substance), code the underlying cause first, if applicable, followed by this code.