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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Large Bowel Obstruction

ICD-10 Coding for Large Bowel Obstruction

K56.609
K56.52

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

Also Known as:
Colonic Obstruction
Intestinal Obstruction (Large Bowel)
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Large Bowel Obstruction

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Large Bowel Obstruction

Use ICD-10 code K56.609 for unspecified intestinal obstruction, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified intestinal obstruction

Billable Code
K56.609
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging shows transition point with proximal dilation.

Applicable To

  • • Large bowel obstruction without further specification

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type and cause of obstruction when possible.

Adhesions with complete obstruction

Billable Code
K56.52
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Complete obstruction due to adhesions

Important Notes

  • • Ensure surgical history is documented to support adhesion-related obstruction.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z98.89

Personal history of other specified conditions

Use to indicate a history of gastrointestinal surgery contributing to adhesions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for large bowel obstruction?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified large bowel obstruction is K56.609. Specific causes like adhesions or volvulus have different codes.

How do you document large bowel obstruction?

Document large bowel obstruction by specifying the cause, location, and completeness, supported by imaging findings.

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