2025 ICD-10-CM code L03.112
Cellulitis of left axilla.
Medical necessity for treatment of cellulitis is based on the presence of signs and symptoms of a bacterial skin infection. Treatment is necessary to prevent the infection from spreading to deeper tissues or the bloodstream.Conditions such as diabetes or a compromised immune system can impact medical necessity decisions as these factors increase the risk for complications.The medical record should clearly document the severity of the infection and the clinical rationale for the chosen treatment plan.
Diagnosis and treatment of the skin infection by a medical professional. This may include prescribing antibiotics, wound care, and pain management.Monitoring for spread of infection and any complications.
- Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L08)
In simple words: Bacterial skin infection of the left armpit.
Cellulitis of left axilla.
Example 1: A patient presents with redness, swelling, and tenderness in their left armpit. The area is warm to the touch and the patient reports pain.Diagnosis of cellulitis of the left axilla is made based on clinical findings., Following a small cut in the left armpit area, a patient develops a spreading skin infection with associated fever and chills. The left axillary lymph nodes are enlarged and tender.The patient is diagnosed with cellulitis of the left axilla., A patient with diabetes experiences an infected insect bite in the left axilla. Due to their weakened immune system, the infection rapidly progresses to cellulitis.
Documentation should include the location of the cellulitis (left axilla), the signs and symptoms observed (redness, swelling, warmth, pain, etc.), the patient's history (e.g., recent trauma, underlying medical conditions), and any associated systemic symptoms (e.g., fever, chills). If cultures are obtained, results should be noted. Documentation should also include the treatment plan and the patient's response to treatment.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Dermatology, Infectious Disease
- Place of Service:Office, Home, Urgent Care Facility, Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital, Federally Qualified Health Center, Public Health Clinic, Rural Health Clinic