H01.124
BillableDiscoid lupus erythematosus of left upper eyelid
HCC Category Mapping
RxHCCHCC 317 — Lupus, Cutaneous
0.000What This Code Means
A chronic autoimmune skin condition affecting the upper eyelid of the left eye, characterized by inflammation and potential scarring from discoid lupus erythematosus.
Coding Tips
- •Ensure documentation clearly identifies the left upper eyelid as the affected site
- •DLE of the eyelid may be associated with systemic lupus; review records for any SLE diagnosis that might require additional coding
Clinical Significance
Discoid lupus erythematosus of the left upper eyelid represents autoimmune-mediated chronic skin disease affecting the left upper eyelid, with potential for scarring, eyelid dysfunction, and secondary ocular surface compromise. Upper eyelid involvement is particularly significant because it can affect eyelid closure and corneal protection. Monitoring for progression to systemic lupus erythematosus is clinically important.
Documentation Requirements
- ✓Clinical examination documenting discoid lupus findings specific to the left upper eyelid
- ✓Histopathological confirmation through biopsy when available
- ✓Assessment of eyelid closure function and corneal health
- ✓Evaluation for other cutaneous and systemic lupus manifestations
- ✓Treatment documentation including topical, intralesional, or systemic therapy
Commonly Confused Codes
H01.121 — Discoid lupus erythematosus of right upper eyelid: contralateral sideH01.125 — Discoid lupus erythematosus of left lower eyelid: same side, different eyelidH01.126 — Discoid lupus erythematosus of left eye, unspecified eyelid: less specific version for left eyeL93.0 — Discoid lupus erythematosus: non-eyelid cutaneous involvement
Code Hierarchy
└H01Other inflammation of eyelid└H01.1Noninfectious dermatoses of eyelid└H01.12Discoid lupus erythematosus of eyelid└H01.124Discoid lupus erythematosus of left upper eyelid
└H01.124Discoid lupus erythematosus of left upper eyelid