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L03.022

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Acute lymphangitis of left finger

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

What This Code Means

An acute inflammation of the lymphatic vessels in the left finger, typically caused by bacterial infection and presenting with red streaking.

Coding Tips

  • •This condition may indicate a more serious infection requiring prompt treatment; document associated symptoms
  • •Ensure left-sided involvement is explicitly documented in the medical record

Code Hierarchy

└L03Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis└L03.0Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of finger and toe└L03.02Acute lymphangitis of finger└L03.022Acute lymphangitis of left finger
└L03.022Acute lymphangitis of left finger

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