L03.129
BillableAcute lymphangitis of unspecified part of 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 an unspecified area of the arm or leg, typically caused by infection and presenting with red streaking and swollen lymph nodes.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the specific limb location or laterality cannot be determined from documentation.
- •Query the provider if possible to obtain more specific anatomical location for proper code assignment.
Code Hierarchy
└L03Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis└L03.1Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb└L03.12Acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb└L03.129Acute lymphangitis of unspecified part of limb
└L03.129Acute lymphangitis of unspecified part of limb