Other eccrine sweat disorders
ICD-10 L74.8 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other eccrine sweat disorders.
L74.8 refers to 'Other eccrine sweat disorders,' which encompasses a variety of conditions affecting the eccrine sweat glands, responsible for thermoregulation and maintaining skin hydration. Clinical presentations may include hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), hypohidrosis (reduced sweating), and other dysfunctions that may not fit into more specific categories. The eccrine glands are distributed throughout the skin, particularly on the palms, soles, and forehead. Disease progression can vary; for instance, hyperhidrosis may lead to skin maceration, secondary infections, or psychosocial issues due to embarrassment. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and potentially sweat tests to assess gland function. Differential diagnoses may involve conditions like hyperthyroidism or anxiety disorders, which can also cause sweating abnormalities. Understanding the underlying causes is crucial for effective management and treatment planning.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
L74.8 covers various eccrine sweat disorders not classified elsewhere, including atypical presentations of hyperhidrosis and hypohidrosis, as well as conditions like eccrine poroma and other eccrine gland neoplasms.
L74.8 should be used when the patient's condition does not fit the criteria for more specific codes like L74.0 or L74.1, particularly when the sweating disorder is atypical or multifactorial.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, clinical findings, results of any sweat tests, and notes on the impact of the disorder on the patient's quality of life.
