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L02.432

Billable

Carbuncle of left axilla

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

What This Code Means

A larger, more severe skin infection (carbuncle) in the left armpit area involving multiple hair follicles and producing pus.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure left axilla is clearly documented to differentiate from right-sided carbuncles
  • •Monitor for signs of spreading infection or systemic symptoms given the more serious nature of carbuncles

Code Hierarchy

└L02Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle└L02.4Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of limb└L02.43Carbuncle of limb└L02.432Carbuncle of left axilla
└L02.432Carbuncle of left axilla

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