ICD-10 Code I83.223 – Varicose veins of left lower extremity with both ulcer of ankle and inflammation (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I83.223 – Varicose veins of left lower extremity with both ulcer of ankle and inflammation
What it is
This code identifies varicose veins in the left leg with an ulcer at the ankle and documented inflammation. Use it when the record clearly links all three elements to the same condition.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include visibly enlarged, twisted superficial veins in the left lower extremity, plus an ankle ulcer and local inflammatory changes such as redness or tenderness. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents varicose veins of the left leg and specifies both an ankle ulcer and inflammation. It supports coding of a single, more specific complication rather than varicose veins alone.
Choose it only when the laterality is left and the ulcer site is the ankle. If the ulcer or inflammation is not documented, or if another cause is stated, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for right-sided or unspecified varicose veins, or for varicose veins without ulceration and inflammation. Do not assume the diagnosis from wound location alone.
Coding tip
Confirm that the note links the ulcer and inflammation to the left leg varicose veins before assigning I83.223.