L03. 116 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 Code: E11* – Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
L03. 116 - Cellulitis of left lower limb. ICD-10-CM.
Cellulitis of other parts of limb ICD-10-CM L03. 119 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0): 573 Skin graft for skin ulcer or cellulitis with mcc.
ICD-10 Code Z79. 4, Long-term (current) use of insulin should be assigned to indicate that the patient uses insulin for Type 2 diabetes mellitus (Category E11* codes).
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Cellulitis (sel-u-LIE-tis) is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin appears swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch. Cellulitis usually affects the skin on the lower legs, but it can occur in the face, arms and other areas.Feb 6, 2020
ICD-10 | Pain in left foot (M79. 672)
288.60 - Leukocytosis, unspecified. ICD-10-CM.
ICD-10-CM Code for Cellulitis of right lower limb L03. 115.
ICD-10-CM Code for Cellulitis, unspecified L03. 90.
Research has suggested that bilateral lower leg cellulitis is very rare. Patients with swelling and redness of both legs most likely have another condition, such as dermatitis resulting from leg swelling, varicose veins, or contact allergies.
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection involving the inner layers of the skin. It specifically affects the dermis and subcutaneous fat. Signs and symptoms include an area of redness which increases in size over a couple of days. The borders of the area of redness are generally not sharp and the skin may be swollen.
The borders of the area of redness are generally not sharp and the skin may be swollen. While the redness often turns white when pressure is applied this is not always the case. The area of infection is usually painful. Lymphatic vessels may occasionally be involved, and the person may have a fever and feel tired.