Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for esophageal perforation includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Esophageal Perforation
Use ICD-10 code K22.3 for perforation of esophagus, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Mediastinitis
Use when mediastinitis is a complication of esophageal perforation.
Intentional self-harm by other specified means
Use when the perforation is due to self-inflicted injury.
The ICD-10 code for non-traumatic esophageal perforation is K22.3, while traumatic perforations are coded as S27.8.
Traumatic esophageal perforations are coded using S27.8, with additional codes for the external cause of injury.