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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Cholecystectomy

ICD-10 Coding for History of Cholecystectomy

Z90.5
Z98.51

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

Also Known as:
Post-Cholecystectomy
Gallbladder Removal History
postcholecystectomy status
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Cholecystectomy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for History of Cholecystectomy

Use ICD-10 code Z90.5 for acquired absence of gallbladder, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acquired absence of gallbladder

Billable Code
Z90.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Absence of gallbladder confirmed by imaging
documentation:
  • • Operative note detailing cholecystectomy

Applicable To

  • • History of cholecystectomy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'status post cholecystectomy' with date.

Presence of cholecystostomy drain

Billable Code
Z98.51
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

documentation:
  • • Documentation of active cholecystostomy drain

Applicable To

  • • Cholecystostomy tube present

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the presence of the drain.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for history of cholecystectomy?

The ICD-10 code for history of cholecystectomy is Z90.5, indicating the acquired absence of the gallbladder.

When should Z98.51 be used instead of Z90.5?

Use Z98.51 when a cholecystostomy drain is actively present, whereas Z90.5 is for the absence of the gallbladder.

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