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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Popliteal Cellulitis

ICD-10 Coding for Popliteal Cellulitis

L03.115
L03.116
L03.119

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

Also Known as:
Cellulitis of the Popliteal Fossa
Knee Cellulitis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Popliteal Cellulitis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Popliteal Cellulitis

Use ICD-10 code L03.115 for cellulitis of right lower limb, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cellulitis of right lower limb

Billable Code
L03.115
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Erythema, warmth, and tenderness localized to the popliteal fossa
  • • WBC >12,000/μL, CRP >10 mg/dL

Applicable To

  • • Cellulitis of the right popliteal area

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid using unspecified codes.

Cellulitis of left lower limb

Billable Code
L03.116
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Erythema, warmth, and tenderness localized to the popliteal fossa
  • • WBC >12,000/μL, CRP >10 mg/dL

Applicable To

  • • Cellulitis of the left popliteal area

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid using unspecified codes.

Cellulitis of unspecified lower limb

Billable Code
L03.119
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Erythema, warmth, and tenderness in the lower limb
  • • WBC >12,000/μL, CRP >10 mg/dL

Applicable To

  • • Cellulitis of the lower limb when laterality is not documented

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using this code if laterality can be determined.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.61

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Use if MRSA is confirmed as the causative organism.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for popliteal cellulitis?

The ICD-10 code for popliteal cellulitis is L03.115 for the right lower limb and L03.116 for the left lower limb. Use L03.119 if laterality is not documented.

How should popliteal cellulitis be documented?

Document the location, laterality, and any systemic symptoms. Include lab results like WBC count and CRP levels to support the diagnosis.

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