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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Left Foot Abscess

ICD-10 Coding for Left Foot Abscess

L02.612
E11.628
M86.072

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

Also Known as:
Abscess of Left Foot
Plantar Abscess
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Left Foot Abscess

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left Foot Abscess

Use ICD-10 code L02.612 for cutaneous abscess of left foot, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cutaneous abscess of left foot

Billable Code
L02.612
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of a localized, fluctuant mass on the left foot
coding:
  • • Absence of systemic conditions like diabetes

Applicable To

  • • Superficial abscess of left foot

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is specified and differentiate between superficial and deeper infections.

Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications

Billable Code
E11.628
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Diabetic foot ulcer with abscess

Important Notes

  • • Always sequence diabetes-related codes first when applicable.

Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot

Billable Code
M86.072
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Osteomyelitis associated with abscess

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging and biopsy results are documented to support the diagnosis.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.6

Staphylococcus aureus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use when culture confirms Staphylococcus aureus as the causative agent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a left foot abscess?

The ICD-10 code for a left foot abscess is L02.612. If the abscess is related to diabetes, use E11.628 as the primary code.

How do you code a diabetic foot abscess?

For a diabetic foot abscess, use E11.628 as the primary code and L02.612 as the secondary code to specify the location.

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