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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Edema

ICD-10 Coding for Edema

R60.0
R60.1
R60.9

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

Also Known as:
Swelling
Fluid Retention
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Edema

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Edema

Use ICD-10 code R60.0 for localized edema, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Localized edema

Billable Code
R60.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of edema in a specific, localized area

Applicable To

  • • Edema of lower extremity

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location of the edema.

Generalized edema

Billable Code
R60.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when edema is widespread, affecting multiple areas of the body.

Applicable To

  • • Anasarca

Important Notes

  • • Document systemic signs like weight gain and bilateral swelling.

Edema, unspecified

Billable Code
R60.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when documentation does not specify whether edema is localized or generalized.

Applicable To

  • • Fluid retention NOS

Important Notes

  • • Query provider if documentation is insufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for generalized edema?

The ICD-10 code for generalized edema is R60.1, used when edema affects multiple areas of the body.

How do you code unspecified edema?

Unspecified edema is coded as R60.9 when documentation does not specify whether it is localized or generalized.

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