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L98.3

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Eosinophilic cellulitis [Wells]

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

What This Code Means

Wells syndrome is a rare inflammatory skin condition featuring swollen, itchy areas with eosinophil infiltration, often triggered by insect bites or other irritants.

Coding Tips

  • Document the triggering factor (insect bite, drug reaction, etc.) if identified
  • Confirm diagnosis through skin biopsy showing eosinophilic infiltration to differentiate from other cellulitis types

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