Ulcers - Diabetic foot only
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Category: Dermatological Non-Infectious (old) |
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| Main Diagnosis: | Ulcers - Diabetic foot only |
| Sub Diagnosis: | ULCERS - DIABETIC FOOT only |
| Diagnosis Code: | 94600 |
| Comorbid Diagnosis: | No |
| Charlson Comorbid coding (pre ICD10): | 0 |
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| Start Date: | Feb, 2004 |
Stages are as follows:
- STAGE1-surface reddening of skin
- STAGE2-just under skin
- STAGE3-deep- to muscle
- STAGE4-full layer-to bone--CMarks 15:24, 24 August 2009 (CDT)
Date Stages implemented
February 22, 2006Template:Discussion This is under the non-infectious heading. I see collectors are using this code for infected ulcers.I have asked Con to ask the task committee how they want this code used with infections or not.GHall 12:48, 2015 September 16 (CDT)