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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Gallstones

ICD-10 Coding for Gallstones

K80.10
K80.20

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

Also Known as:
Cholelithiasis
Gallstone disease
Biliary Calculi
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Gallstones

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Gallstones

Use ICD-10 code K80.10 for calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

Billable Code
K80.10
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of gallstones and acute inflammation on imaging

Applicable To

  • • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'acute' and confirms gallstones via imaging.

Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis

Billable Code
K80.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging confirming gallstones without signs of inflammation

Applicable To

  • • Asymptomatic gallstones

Important Notes

  • • Ensure no signs of cholecystitis are documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.11

Right upper quadrant pain

Use to document associated symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cholelithiasis?

The ICD-10 code for cholelithiasis without complications is K80.20, while K80.10 is used for cholelithiasis with acute cholecystitis.

How is cholelithiasis documented for coding?

Documentation should include imaging results confirming gallstones and any signs of inflammation or obstruction to ensure accurate coding.

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