Ulcer cause by PVD

JRPAT

Would I code:

I73.9
L97._ _ _

OR

I70._ _ _
L97._ _ _

Can I only code I70._ _ _ when physician specifically says arteriosclerosis?

Amishanx

U code it I73.9, L97.XXX... U can't code with I70.2 unless physician clearly document ulcer caused by Atherosclerosis.. There is an article explaining this on decision health dated 08/01/15..