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L03.126

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Acute lymphangitis of left lower limb

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

What This Code Means

Inflammation of the lymph vessels in the left leg or foot area, typically caused by infection and presenting with red streaking and swollen lymph nodes.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is specific to the left lower limb; verify laterality is documented in the clinical record.
  • •Consider documenting the specific location (thigh, calf, foot) to support medical necessity if applicable.

Code Hierarchy

└L03Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis└L03.1Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb└L03.12Acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb└L03.126Acute lymphangitis of left lower limb
└L03.126Acute lymphangitis of left lower limb

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