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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Abscess of Abdominal Wall

ICD-10 Coding for Abscess of Abdominal Wall

L02.211
K65.1

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

Also Known as:
Abdominal Wall Abscess
Cutaneous Abscess of Abdominal Wall
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Abscess of Abdominal Wall

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Abscess of Abdominal Wall

Use ICD-10 code L02.211 for cutaneous abscess of abdominal wall, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cutaneous abscess of abdominal wall

Billable Code
L02.211
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Abscess located in the skin or subcutaneous tissue of the abdominal wall.
documentation:
  • • Imaging and culture results confirming subcutaneous abscess.

Applicable To

  • • Subcutaneous abscess of abdominal wall

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the exact location and depth of the abscess.

Peritoneal abscess

Billable Code
K65.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging confirming peritoneal involvement

Applicable To

  • • Intra-abdominal abscess

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly differentiates between peritoneal and cutaneous abscesses.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.6

Staphylococcus aureus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use to identify the causative organism of the abscess.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an abscess of the abdominal wall?

The ICD-10 code for a cutaneous abscess of the abdominal wall is L02.211. It is used when the abscess is located in the skin or subcutaneous tissue.

How do you differentiate between L02.211 and K65.1?

L02.211 is used for cutaneous abscesses of the abdominal wall, while K65.1 is for peritoneal abscesses involving the peritoneal cavity.

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