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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Gallbladder Removal

ICD-10 Coding for Gallbladder Removal

K80.20
Z90.5

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

Also Known as:
Cholecystectomy
Gallbladder Surgery
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Gallbladder Removal

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Gallbladder Removal

Use ICD-10 code K80.20 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
K80.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Acute cholecystitis without obstruction

Applicable To

  • • Gallstones with acute cholecystitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies absence of obstruction.

Acquired absence of gallbladder

Billable Code
Z90.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

    Applicable To

    • • Status post cholecystectomy

    Important Notes

    • • Ensure operative report is available.
    Ancillary Codes

    Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

    Z98.51

    Cholecystostomy status

    Use to indicate status post cholecystostomy.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the ICD-10 code for gallbladder removal?

    The ICD-10 code for gallbladder removal is Z90.5, indicating the acquired absence of the gallbladder post-surgery.

    How do you code a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

    Code a laparoscopic cholecystectomy using CPT code 47562. If cholangiography is performed, use 47563.

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