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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Diaphoresis

ICD-10 Coding for Diaphoresis

R61
L74.5

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for diaphoresis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Excessive Sweating
Hyperhidrosis
cold sweat
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Diaphoresis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Diaphoresis

Use ICD-10 code R61 for generalized hyperhidrosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Generalized hyperhidrosis

Billable Code
R61
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Generalized sweating without identifiable cause.

Applicable To

  • • Diaphoresis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies generalized sweating to avoid confusion with focal hyperhidrosis.

Focal hyperhidrosis, axilla

Non-Billable
L74.5
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented sweating limited to axillary regions.

Applicable To

  • • Axillary hyperhidrosis
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R50.9

Fever, unspecified

Use when diaphoresis is accompanied by fever.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for diaphoresis?

The ICD-10 code for generalized diaphoresis is R61, which covers generalized hyperhidrosis.

When should R61 be used?

Use R61 for generalized diaphoresis when no specific underlying cause is identified.

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