L03.91
Billable

Acute lymphangitis, unspecified

Billable / Specific Code

What is Acute lymphangitis, unspecified?

ICD-10-CM L03.91 is the diagnosis code for Acute lymphangitis, unspecified. This code falls under the section "Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for L03.91

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as L03.91. They are mutually exclusive:

  • lymphangitis NOS (I89.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L03.91 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L03.91 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, L03.91 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does L03.91 mean?

L03.91 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Acute lymphangitis, unspecified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of L03.91?

The parent code of L03.91 is L03.9 ("Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis, unspecified"). L03.91 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is L03.91 in?

L03.91 is located in Section L00-L08 — "Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use L03.91?

Use L03.91 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Acute lymphangitis, unspecified" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Acute lymphangitis, unspecified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Acute lymphangitis, unspecified is L03.91.

Can L03.91 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, L03.91 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is L03.91 in?

L03.91 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from L03.91?

Type 1 Excludes for L03.91 include: lymphangitis NOS (I89.1).

Is L03.91 valid for 2026?

Yes, L03.91 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
L03.91
Acute lymphangitis, unspecified
Billable / Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L00-L08 — Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM