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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Intrahepatic Biliary Ductal Dilation

ICD-10 Coding for Intrahepatic Biliary Ductal Dilation

K83.8
Q44.4
C22.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for intrahepatic biliary ductal dilation includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Intrahepatic Ductal Dilatation
Hepatic Duct Ectasia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Intrahepatic Biliary Ductal Dilation

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Intrahepatic Biliary Ductal Dilation

Use ICD-10 code K83.8 for other specified diseases of biliary tract, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other specified diseases of biliary tract

Billable Code
K83.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging confirms ductal dilation ≥2 mm
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of intrahepatic ductal dilation

Applicable To

  • • Acquired intrahepatic ductal dilation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies intrahepatic location and provides imaging details.

Other congenital malformations of bile ducts

Billable Code
Q44.4
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

Applicable To

  • • Caroli disease
  • • Cystic dilation of intrahepatic ducts

Important Notes

  • • Document congenital nature and specific imaging findings.

Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

Billable Code
C22.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

Applicable To

  • • Mass lesion with ductal dilation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure biopsy confirmation of malignancy.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K80.5

Choledocholithiasis with cholangitis

Use when stones are present in dilated ducts.

K83.0

Cholangitis

Use if infection complicates dilation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for intrahepatic biliary ductal dilation?

The ICD-10 code for acquired intrahepatic biliary ductal dilation is K83.8. For congenital cases, use Q44.4.

How is intrahepatic biliary ductal dilation documented?

Documentation should specify 'intrahepatic' and include imaging findings with duct diameter measurements.

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