ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L03.1
Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L03.1
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- cellulitis of fingers (L03.01-)
- cellulitis of toes (L03.03-)
- groin (L03.314)
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- acute lymphangitis of fingers (L03.2-)
- acute lymphangitis of toes (L03.04-)
- acute lymphangitis of groin (L03.324)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L03.1 (Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb)
ICD-10-CM code L03.1 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM L03.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L03.1 - Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of other parts of limb.