I83.00
Non-billableVaricose veins of unspecified lower extremity with ulcer
I83.00 is the ICD-10-CM code for Varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity with ulcer. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as I83.001 for billing.
I00-I99 Diseases of the circulatory system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHVaricose veins are swollen, twisted veins that you can see just under the skin. They usually occur in the legs, but also can form in other parts of the body. Hemorrhoids are a type of varicose vein. Your veins have one-way valves that help keep blood flowing toward your heart. If the valves are weak or damaged, blood can back up and pool in your veins. This causes the veins to swell, which can lead to varicose…
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