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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Extremity Edema

ICD-10 Coding for Extremity Edema

R60.0
R60.1
I87.2

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

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

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Extremity 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

  • • Edema localized to a specific extremity

Applicable To

  • • Edema confined to a specific area

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location and nature of the edema.

Generalized edema

Billable Code
R60.1
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Systemic edema

Important Notes

  • • Document systemic nature and underlying causes.

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)

Billable Code
I87.2
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Venous stasis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of venous insufficiency and related findings.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I87.2

Chronic venous insufficiency

Use when edema is due to venous insufficiency.

I50.9

Heart failure, unspecified

Use when edema is due to heart failure.

R60.0

Localized edema

Use to specify edema associated with CVI.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for localized extremity edema?

The ICD-10 code for localized extremity edema is R60.0, used when edema is confined to a specific area.

How do you code generalized edema in ICD-10?

Generalized edema is coded as R60.1 in ICD-10, indicating systemic or widespread swelling.

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