I87.013: Postthrombotic syndrome with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity

I87.013, postthrombotic syndrome with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 5 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 8 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number), G0281 (Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more…), G0329 (Electromagnetic therapy, to one or more areas for chronic…). The articles come from 4 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.

HCPCS Level II codes with I87.013 as a covered diagnosis

CodeDescriptionMedicare coverageDMEPOS fee 2026 (state range)Articles listing it
G0127Trimming of dystrophic nails, any numberSpecial coverage instructions apply—2
G0281Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more areas, for chronic stage iii and stage iv pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and venous stasis ulcers not demonstrating measurable signs of healing after 30 days of conventional care, as part of a therapy plan of careCarrier judgment—2
G0329Electromagnetic therapy, to one or more areas for chronic stage iii and stage iv pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers and venous stasis ulcers not demonstrating measurable signs of healing after 30 days of conventional care as part of a therapy plan of careCarrier judgment—2
G0283Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of careCarrier judgment—2
G0152Services performed by a qualified occupational therapist in the home health or hospice setting, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0158Services performed by a qualified occupational therapist assistant in the home health or hospice setting, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G0160Services performed by a qualified occupational therapist, in the home health setting, in the establishment or delivery of a safe and effective occupational therapy maintenance program, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1
G2169Services performed by an occupational therapist assistant in the home health setting in the delivery of a safe and effective occupational therapy maintenance program, each 15 minutesCarrier judgment—1

Medicare policy articles listing I87.013

A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.

Other I87 diagnoses (Other disorders of veins)

Frequently asked questions

Does Medicare cover I87.013 (Postthrombotic syndrome with ulcer of bilateral lower…)?

Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 5 Medicare billing and coding articles list I87.013 as a covered diagnosis for 8 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.

Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 I87.013?

The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number, 2 articles); G0281 (Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more…, 2 articles); G0329 (Electromagnetic therapy, to one or more areas for chronic…, 2 articles); G0283 (Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas…, 2 articles); G0152 (Services performed by a qualified occupational therapist…, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.

Which Medicare policy articles list I87.013?

A57954 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care); A52996 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care); A55909 (Billing and Coding: Wound Care), and 2 more articles.

What is ICD-10-CM code I87.013?

I87.013 is the ICD-10-CM code for postthrombotic syndrome with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity, in category I87 (Other disorders of veins), chapter 9: Diseases of the circulatory system.

Next steps

Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.

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