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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Gastrointestinal Sepsis

ICD-10 Coding for Gastrointestinal Sepsis

A41.89
K65.0

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

Also Known as:
GI Sepsis
Sepsis from GI Source
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Gastrointestinal Sepsis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Gastrointestinal Sepsis

Use ICD-10 code A41.89 for other specified sepsis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other specified sepsis

Billable Code
A41.89
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of systemic infection with identified organism

Applicable To

  • • Sepsis due to specified organism not elsewhere classified

Important Notes

  • • Ensure specific organism is documented to avoid defaulting to unspecified sepsis.

Acute peritonitis

Billable Code
K65.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging confirming peritoneal inflammation
  • • Clinical symptoms of peritonitis

Applicable To

  • • Peritonitis due to gastrointestinal perforation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure peritonitis is documented as secondary to sepsis.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R65.21

Severe sepsis with septic shock

Use when documentation indicates septic shock.

R65.20

Severe sepsis without septic shock

Use when severe sepsis is documented without shock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for gastrointestinal sepsis?

The ICD-10 code for gastrointestinal sepsis is A41.89 when the organism is specified, and A41.9 if unspecified.

How is sepsis from a GI source documented?

Document the specific organism, the GI source, and any organ dysfunction linked to sepsis using phrases like 'due to sepsis'.

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