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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage Liver Disease

ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage Liver Disease

K74.60
K72.90

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

Also Known as:
ESLD
Liver Failure
Hepatic Failure
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage Liver Disease

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage Liver Disease

Use ICD-10 code K74.60 for cirrhosis of liver, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cirrhosis of liver, unspecified

Billable Code
K74.60
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Biopsy or imaging confirming cirrhosis

Applicable To

  • • Micronodular cirrhosis
  • • Fibrosis stage 4 (Metavir)

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies cirrhosis and any complications.

Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma

Billable Code
K72.90
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MELD score ≥ 20
  • • Bilirubin ≥ 3 mg/dL

Applicable To

  • • Acute-on-chronic liver failure

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes MELD score and lab values.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R18.8

Other ascites

Use when ascites is present as a complication of cirrhosis.

I85.01

Esophageal varices with bleeding

Use when variceal bleeding is a complication.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for end-stage liver disease?

The ICD-10 code for end-stage liver disease is K72.90 for hepatic failure, unspecified without coma. If cirrhosis is present, use K74.60.

How is end-stage liver disease documented?

Documentation should include etiology, MELD score, and complications such as ascites or variceal bleeding, ensuring comprehensive clinical details.

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