ICD code I83.813 is used to identify varicose veins in both lower legs that are associated with pain.
ICD code I83.813 is varicose veins in both legs that are causing pain.
1. Presence of varicose veins in both lower extremities
2. Patient reports or exhibits pain specifically associated with the varicose veins
3. No documentation of complications such as ulcer or inflammation
4. Clinical evaluation confirms the absence of active ulceration or phlebitis
5. Symptoms are not limited to cosmetic concerns but include discomfort or pain
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code I83.813 include:
36475 – Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
36476 – Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; second and subsequent veins treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites
36478 – Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
36479 – Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; second and subsequent veins treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites
37765 – Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions
37766 – Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
37780 – Ligation and division of long saphenous vein at saphenofemoral junction, or distal interruptions
93970 – Duplex scan of extremity veins including responses to compression and other maneuvers; complete bilateral study
93971 – Duplex scan of extremity veins including responses to compression and other maneuvers; unilateral or limited study
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