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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Edema of the Legs

ICD-10 Coding for Edema of the Legs

R60.0
I87.1

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

Also Known as:
Leg Swelling
Peripheral Edema
Lower Extremity Edema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Edema of the Legs

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Edema of the Legs

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

clinical:
  • • Presence of bilateral pitting edema
documentation:
  • • Specific mention of edema being localized

Applicable To

  • • Bilateral lower extremity edema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies laterality and type of edema.

Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation

Billable Code
I87.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Venous duplex ultrasound showing reflux
  • • Presence of stasis dermatitis or ulcers

Applicable To

  • • Venous insufficiency with edema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure venous insufficiency is documented as the cause of edema.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I87.1

Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation

Use alongside R60.0 when edema is due to venous insufficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for bilateral leg edema?

The ICD-10 code for bilateral leg edema is R60.0, which denotes localized edema.

How do you code edema due to chronic venous insufficiency?

For edema due to chronic venous insufficiency, use I87.1 for the underlying condition and R60.0 for the edema.

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