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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis C Cirrhosis

ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis C Cirrhosis

B18.2
K74.6

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

Also Known as:
Hep C Cirrhosis
Hepatitis C with Cirrhosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis C Cirrhosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hepatitis C Cirrhosis

Use ICD-10 code B18.2 for chronic viral hepatitis c, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chronic viral hepatitis C

Billable Code
B18.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Chronic hepatitis C confirmed by positive HCV RNA and liver biopsy.

Applicable To

  • • Chronic hepatitis C

Important Notes

  • • Ensure chronicity is documented in the medical record.

Other and unspecified cirrhosis of liver

Non-Billable
K74.6
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when cirrhosis is confirmed by imaging or lab findings.

Applicable To

  • • Cirrhosis of liver

Important Notes

  • • Document the underlying cause of cirrhosis if known.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K74.6

Other and unspecified cirrhosis of liver

Use to specify cirrhosis as a complication of chronic hepatitis C.

B18.2

Chronic viral hepatitis C

Use to specify the underlying cause of cirrhosis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hepatitis C with cirrhosis?

The ICD-10 code for chronic hepatitis C with cirrhosis is B18.2 for the hepatitis and K74.6 for the cirrhosis.

How do you document hepatitis C cirrhosis?

Document hepatitis C cirrhosis by including HCV RNA levels, fibrosis stage, and any cirrhosis complications such as ascites or varices.

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