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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Bowel Resection

ICD-10 Coding for Bowel Resection

0DTE0ZZ

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for bowel resection includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Intestinal Resection
Small Bowel Resection
Large Bowel Resection
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Bowel Resection

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Bowel Resection

Use ICD-10 code 0DTE0ZZ for resection of large intestine, open approach, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Resection of large intestine, open approach

Non-Billable
0DTE0ZZ
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Complete removal of a large intestine segment
documentation:
  • • Operative note must specify resection and approach

Applicable To

  • • Total colectomy
  • • Segmental colon resection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the complete removal of the intestine segment.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

44121

Each additional small bowel resection

Use when multiple segments are resected during the same procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for bowel resection?

The ICD-10 code for bowel resection is 0DTE0ZZ, used for the resection of the large intestine via an open approach.

How do you code a small bowel resection?

Use CPT code 44120 for a small bowel resection with anastomosis. For additional resections, use 44121.

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