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

ICD-10 Coding for History of Cirrhosis

K74.60
K70.30

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

Also Known as:
Liver Cirrhosis History
Past Cirrhosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Cirrhosis

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

Use ICD-10 code K74.60 for unspecified cirrhosis of liver, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

Billable Code
K74.60
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Diagnosis of cirrhosis without specific etiology

Applicable To

  • • Cirrhosis NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type of cirrhosis if known.

Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver

Billable Code
K70.30
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • History of alcohol use
  • • Clinical diagnosis of cirrhosis

Applicable To

  • • Cirrhosis due to alcohol

Important Notes

  • • Document alcohol use clearly to support this code.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I85.11

Esophageal varices with bleeding

Use when varices are present and bleeding, secondary to cirrhosis.

R18.0

Ascites

Use when ascites is present due to cirrhosis.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for unspecified cirrhosis is K74.60. If the cirrhosis is due to alcohol, use K70.30.

How do you document cirrhosis for coding?

Document the type and cause of cirrhosis, and link any complications directly to it for accurate coding.

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