ICD-10 Code I83.015 – Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of foot (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I83.015 – Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of foot
What it is
This code identifies varicose veins in the right leg with an associated ulcer on another part of the foot. Use it when the record links the ulcer to venous disease in the right lower extremity.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include visible dilated, tortuous veins and a chronic ulcer in the foot area. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for laterality, ulcer site, and whether venous insufficiency is documented.
When to use this code
Use I83.015 when the provider documents varicose veins of the right lower extremity and specifies an ulcer on another part of the foot. The ulcer should be documented as part of the venous condition, not as a separate unrelated wound. Check documentation if the exact ulcer location or relationship is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for varicose veins without an ulcer, or for ulcers of the foot with no documented venous cause. If the ulcer is on a different limb or site, choose the correct laterality and location code.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and ulcer location in the note before assigning I83.015.