R61 – Generalized hyperhidrosis

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · General symptoms and signs

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code R61
Code
R61 (claims format: R61)
Description
Generalized hyperhidrosis
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
18. Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
Block
R50-R69 General symptoms and signs

Notes for R61

Applicable to:
  • Excessive sweating
  • Night sweats
  • Secondary hyperhidrosis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • focal (primary) (secondary) hyperhidrosis (L74.5-)
  • Frey's syndrome (L74.52)
  • localized (primary) (secondary) hyperhidrosis (L74.5-)
Code first:
  • , if applicable, menopausal and female climacteric states (N95.1)

Index terms for R61

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code R61?

R61 is the ICD-10-CM code for generalized hyperhidrosis, in the block R50-R69 (General symptoms and signs).

Is R61 a billable code?

Yes. R61 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.