R22.40

Billable

Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified lower limb

R22.40 is the ICD-10-CM code for Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified lower limb. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
R00-R99
Parent
R22.4
Edition
FY2026

R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Edema means swelling caused by fluid in your body's tissues. It usually occurs in the feet, ankles and legs, but it can involve your entire body. Causes of edema include: Eating too much salt Sunburn Heart failure Kidney disease Liver problems from cirrhosis Pregnancy Problems with lymph nodes , especially after mastectomy Some medicines Standing or walking a lot when the weather is warm To keep swelling down, your…

Read more about Edema at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code R22.40?
R22.40 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified lower limb". It falls under R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified.
Is R22.40 a billable code?
Yes — R22.40 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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