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L03.111

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Cellulitis of right axilla

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

What This Code Means

A bacterial skin infection (cellulitis) affecting the right armpit area, causing redness, swelling, warmth, and tenderness.

Coding Tips

  • •The axilla (armpit) is a common site for cellulitis due to skin folds and moisture; ensure right side is clearly documented
  • •Document any associated lymphadenopathy or systemic symptoms that may indicate severity

Code Hierarchy

└L03Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis└L03.1Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb└L03.11Cellulitis of other parts of limb└L03.111Cellulitis of right axilla
└L03.111Cellulitis of right axilla

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