Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for gallbladder sludge includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Gallbladder Sludge
Use ICD-10 code K82.8 for other specified diseases of gallbladder, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and gallbladder
Use for incidental sludge findings without symptoms.
The ICD-10 code for gallbladder sludge, when associated with symptoms or functional impairment, is K82.8. Use R93.2 for incidental findings without symptoms.
Use K82.8 when gallbladder sludge is documented with symptoms like RUQ pain or functional impairment such as biliary dyskinesia.