ICD Code R22.41

ICD code R22.41 is localized swelling, mass, and lump in the right lower limb.

1. Presence of a localized swelling, mass, or lump specifically in the right lower limb

2. Swelling, mass, or lump is not generalized but confined to a specific area

3. No evidence of systemic causes for the swelling (e.g., generalized edema)

4. Absence of acute trauma as the primary cause

5. Clinical evaluation rules out infection, abscess, or neoplasm as the definitive diagnosis

6. Swelling, mass, or lump is not attributable to a chronic, previously diagnosed condition

7. Physical examination confirms the finding on the right lower limb

8. Symptoms may include visible or palpable lump, localized pain or tenderness, and possible restriction of movement in the affected area

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code R22.41 include:

- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection; major joint or bursa (e.g., knee, shoulder, hip)

- 27301: Incision and drainage, deep abscess, bursa, or hematoma, thigh or knee region

- 27603: Incision and drainage, leg or ankle, deep abscess or hematoma

- 76882: Ultrasound, limited, nonvascular, extremity

- 99212–99215: Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient (for assessment and management)

- 11400–11406: Excision of benign lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs (if excision is required)

- 10060–10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (simple or complicated)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific clinical scenario and procedure performed for ICD code R22.41.

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