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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lymphedema

ICD-10 Coding for Lymphedema

I89.0
Q82.0
I97.2

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

Also Known as:
Lymphatic Edema
Lymphoedema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lymphedema

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lymphedema

Use ICD-10 code I89.0 for lymphedema, not elsewhere classified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
I89.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed lymphedema with no specific etiology

Applicable To

  • • Primary lymphedema
  • • Secondary lymphedema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies lymphedema type and cause.

Hereditary lymphedema

Billable Code
Q82.0
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Congenital lymphedema
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I97.89

Other postprocedural disorders of the circulatory system

Use for lymphedema following procedures other than mastectomy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hereditary lymphedema?

The ICD-10 code for hereditary lymphedema is Q82.0, used when genetic testing confirms the condition.

How do you code postmastectomy lymphedema?

Postmastectomy lymphedema is coded as I97.2, with the underlying condition, such as breast cancer, coded first.

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Important Notes

  • • Genetic confirmation is crucial for accurate coding.

Postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome

Billable Code
I97.2
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Lymphedema following mastectomy

Important Notes

  • • Sequence underlying condition before I97.2.