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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Infection

ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Infection

L02.211
L03.115
L08.9

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

Also Known as:
Skin Infection
Subcutaneous Infection
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Infection

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Infection

Use ICD-10 code L02.211 for cutaneous abscess, right hand, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cutaneous abscess, right hand

Billable Code
L02.211
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of fluctuance and purulent drainage

Applicable To

  • • Abscess of skin
  • • Furuncle of skin

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location and presence of abscess.

Cellulitis of right lower leg

Billable Code
L03.115
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Erythema >2 cm
  • • Warmth and tenderness

Applicable To

  • • Erysipelas

Important Notes

  • • Document the extent of erythema and systemic signs.

Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

Billable Code
L08.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Non-specific infection without detailed documentation

Applicable To

  • • Nonspecific skin infection

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using if specific infection type is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.61

Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection

Use when MSSA is identified as the causative organism.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for soft tissue infection?

The ICD-10 code for a soft tissue infection depends on the specific type, such as L02.211 for a cutaneous abscess or L03.115 for cellulitis.

How do you code a soft tissue infection?

To code a soft tissue infection, identify the specific type and location, such as abscess or cellulitis, and use the corresponding ICD-10 code.

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