Irritant contact dermatitis due to detergents
ICD-10 Code: L24.0 · Body Part: Wrist/Hand
QME Evaluation Process
Dermatologic examination, irritant exposure history. Chapter 8 skin impairment. Common in cleaning, healthcare, and food service workers.
Typical Impairment Rating
0-10% WPI
AMA Guides Edition
5th Edition
Common Treatments
Related Conditions
Body Part Guide
Wrist/Hand Evaluation Guide
Impairment rating methods, common conditions, and QME evaluation protocols
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What is Irritant contact dermatitis due to detergents (L24.0)?
Irritant contact dermatitis due to detergents is an ICD-10 diagnosis code (L24.0) classified under Skin conditions. It affects the Wrist/Hand and is commonly encountered in California workers' compensation claims. QME physicians evaluate this condition using AMA Guides 5th Edition protocols.
How is L24.0 rated for impairment?
The typical whole person impairment (WPI) range for Irritant contact dermatitis due to detergents is 0-10% WPI. The exact rating depends on clinical findings, imaging, and the evaluation method (DRE or ROM) chosen by the QME physician per AMA Guides 5th Edition.
What is the QME evaluation process for L24.0?
Dermatologic examination, irritant exposure history. Chapter 8 skin impairment. Common in cleaning, healthcare, and food service workers.
What treatments are common for Irritant contact dermatitis due to detergents?
Common treatments for Irritant contact dermatitis due to detergents include Irritant avoidance, Emollients, Topical corticosteroids, Glove use. Treatment appropriateness and outcomes are considered during the QME evaluation when determining permanent and stationary status and apportionment.