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I87.003

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Postthrombotic syndrome without complications of bilateral lower extremity

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

What This Code Means

Chronic pain, swelling, and skin changes in both legs following previous blood clots, without open wounds.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when postthrombotic syndrome affects both lower extremities; document bilateral involvement clearly
  • •This is a more severe presentation; ensure documentation supports bilateral diagnosis

Code Hierarchy

└I87Other disorders of veins└I87.0Postthrombotic syndrome└I87.00Postthrombotic syndrome without complications└I87.003Postthrombotic syndrome without complications of bilateral lower extremity
└I87.003Postthrombotic syndrome without complications of bilateral lower extremity

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