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L03.019

Billable

Cellulitis of unspecified finger

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

What This Code Means

A spreading bacterial skin infection affecting a finger when the specific side (right or left) is not documented.

Coding Tips

  • •This code should only be used when laterality cannot be determined from the medical record
  • •Query the provider if possible to obtain laterality information for more accurate coding

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