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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Epiploic Appendagitis

ICD-10 Coding for Epiploic Appendagitis

K55.0
K65.9

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

Also Known as:
Appendagitis
Epiploic Appendicitis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Epiploic Appendagitis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Epiploic Appendagitis

Use ICD-10 code K55.0 for acute vascular disorders of intestine, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute vascular disorders of intestine

Non-Billable
K55.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of torsion or thrombosis on imaging

Applicable To

  • • Epiploic appendagitis due to torsion
  • • Epiploic appendagitis due to venous thrombosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies torsion or thrombosis.

Unspecified peritonitis

Billable Code
K65.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • General CT findings without specific etiology

Applicable To

  • • Epiploic appendagitis without specified cause

Important Notes

  • • Ensure lack of specific etiology is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.3

Localized left lower quadrant pain

Use to specify location of abdominal pain.

R19.8

Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen

Use for additional symptoms like tenderness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for epiploic appendagitis?

The ICD-10 code for epiploic appendagitis depends on the cause: K55.0 for torsion or thrombosis, and K65.9 if unspecified.

How is epiploic appendagitis documented?

Documentation should include specific imaging findings and etiology, such as torsion or thrombosis, to ensure accurate coding.

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