Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for foot ulceration includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Foot Ulceration
Use ICD-10 code E11.621 for type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Long-term (current) use of insulin
Use when the patient is on insulin therapy.
Diabetic foot ulcers are coded using E11.621 for diabetes with foot ulcer, followed by L97.- to specify ulcer severity and location.
Documentation must include ulcer location, depth, and a link to diabetes for accurate coding and billing.