I82.813

I82.813

Billable

Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of lower extremities, bilateral

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A blood clot that forms in the superficial veins of both legs, causing swelling and pain in both lower extremities.

Coding Tips

•This code specifically indicates bilateral involvement; do not use if only one leg is affected
•Document whether the thrombosis is acute or chronic to ensure accurate coding

Code Hierarchy

└I82Other venous embolism and thrombosis └I82.8Embolism and thrombosis of other specified veins └I82.81Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of lower extremities └I82.813Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of lower extremities, bilateral

└I82.813Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of lower extremities, bilateral