2025 ICD-10-CM code I82.812
(Valid) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Diseases of the circulatory system - Other venous embolism and thrombosis Chapter 9: Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99) Feed
Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of the left lower extremity.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of signs and symptoms of venous embolism or thrombosis in the left lower extremity. The documentation should clearly support the diagnosis and the need for treatment or further investigation.
Clinicians diagnosing and treating circulatory system diseases, especially those affecting veins and lymphatic vessels, would use this code. This may include vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, primary care physicians, and other specialists.
- Chapter 9: Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
- Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified (I80-I89)
In simple words: Blockage of surface veins in the left lower leg due to a blood clot or other material.
Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of the left lower extremity. This condition involves the blockage of superficial veins in the left lower extremity due to a blood clot (thrombosis) or other foreign material (embolism).
Example 1: A patient presents with pain, swelling, and redness along a superficial vein in their left lower leg. Ultrasound confirms the presence of a thrombus, leading to a diagnosis of superficial thrombophlebitis and the use of I82.812., Following a recent varicose vein procedure on their left leg, a patient develops localized pain and inflammation. An embolus is identified as the cause, and code I82.812 is applied., A patient with a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in their left leg now experiences similar symptoms in a superficial vein. Diagnostic imaging confirms superficial venous thrombosis, and the physician uses I82.812.
Documentation should include the affected vessel, laterality (left lower extremity), evidence of embolism or thrombosis (e.g., imaging results, physical exam findings), and any associated symptoms or complications. If there's a history of DVT or other related conditions, this should also be noted.
** For accurate coding, differentiate between superficial and deep vein thrombosis and ensure proper documentation of laterality. Always refer to the latest ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for complete information and updates.
- Specialties:Vascular surgery, interventional radiology, primary care, internal medicine, cardiology
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