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L02.414

Billable

Cutaneous abscess of left upper limb

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

What This Code Means

A localized collection of pus in the skin of the left upper arm or shoulder area, typically caused by bacterial infection.

Coding Tips

  • •The fifth digit '4' specifies left upper limb; ensure laterality is clearly documented
  • •Note any associated complications such as cellulitis or lymphadenitis in the coding documentation

Code Hierarchy

└L02Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle└L02.4Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of limb└L02.41Cutaneous abscess of limb└L02.414Cutaneous abscess of left upper limb
└L02.414Cutaneous abscess of left upper limb

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