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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Obstruction

ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Obstruction

K56.60
K56.52
K56.2

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

Also Known as:
Large Bowel Obstruction
Intestinal Obstruction
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Obstruction

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Obstruction

Use ICD-10 code K56.60 for unspecified intestinal obstruction, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified intestinal obstruction

Non-Billable
K56.60
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Symptoms of obstruction without specific etiology identified.

Applicable To

  • • Intestinal obstruction NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies if the obstruction is partial or complete.

Adhesions with complete obstruction

Billable Code
K56.52
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • CT showing transition point with proximal dilation and no contrast passage.
  • • Operative confirmation of adhesions.

Applicable To

  • • Complete intestinal obstruction due to adhesions

Important Notes

  • • Document the specific location and cause of obstruction.

Volvulus

Billable Code
K56.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging showing 'whirl sign' or 'coffee bean sign'.

Applicable To

  • • Twisting of the intestine causing obstruction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes imaging findings supporting volvulus.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for colonic obstruction?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified colonic obstruction is K56.60. Specific codes like K56.52 are used for obstructions due to adhesions.

How do you code a postoperative colonic obstruction?

Use K91.3- for postoperative colonic obstruction if it is directly related to a surgical procedure.

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