Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for venous leg ulcer includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Venous Leg Ulcer
Use ICD-10 code I87.2 for chronic venous insufficiency (cvi) of lower extremity, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Non-pressure chronic ulcer of lower limb
Specify the location and severity of the ulcer.
The ICD-10 code for venous leg ulcer primarily involves I87.2 for chronic venous insufficiency and L97.xxx for ulcer specifics.
Code I83.0xx for varicose veins with ulcer, followed by L97.xxx to specify ulcer location and severity.