Question 1

Is L03.21 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, L03.21 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code L03.21 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code L03.21 represents Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of face. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code L03.21?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for L03.21 is L03.2 (Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of face and neck). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

L03.212026

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