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L03.115

Billable

Cellulitis of right lower limb

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 leg or lower limb, causing redness, swelling, warmth, and pain.

Coding Tips

  • •Lower limb cellulitis is common and may be associated with venous insufficiency or lymphedema; document any predisposing factors
  • •Specify the anatomical location within the lower limb if documented (thigh, calf, ankle) for clinical clarity

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