L03.01 ICD-10-CM Code: Cellulitis of finger
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
L03.01Cellulitis of finger
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where L03.01 sits
- 1
Chapter 12
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
- 2
Section
Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L08)
- 3
Category L03
Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis
- 4
Subcategory L03.0
Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of finger and toe
- 5
Code L03.01
Cellulitis of finger
More specific choices
Codes under L03.01
L03.01 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Felon
- Whitlow
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for L03.01.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for L03.01.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- herpetic whitlow (B00.89)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for L03.01.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code L03.01 mean?
L03.01 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Cellulitis of finger.”
Is L03.01 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. L03.01 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is L03.01 located in ICD-10-CM?
L03.01 is listed in Chapter 12, Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99), within Infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L08) (L00–L08), under category L03, Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis and subcategory L03.0, Cellulitis and acute lymphangitis of finger and toe.
What coding notes are listed for L03.01?
Its listed inclusion terms are Felon; Whitlow. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: herpetic whitlow (B00.89). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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