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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lysis of Adhesions

ICD-10 Coding for Lysis of Adhesions

K66.0

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

Also Known as:
Adhesiolysis
Adhesion Removal
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lysis of Adhesions

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lysis of Adhesions

Use ICD-10 code K66.0 for peritoneal adhesions (postoperative) (inflammatory), ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Peritoneal adhesions (postoperative) (inflammatory)

Billable Code
K66.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of symptoms directly linked to adhesions
documentation:
  • • Operative report detailing the extent and method of lysis

Applicable To

  • • Adhesions causing pain
  • • Adhesions causing obstruction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly links adhesions to symptoms.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.2

Pelvic and perineal pain

Use to document pain associated with adhesions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for lysis of adhesions?

The ICD-10 code for lysis of adhesions is K66.0, used when adhesions cause symptoms like pain or obstruction.

When should modifier 22 be used with lysis of adhesions?

Modifier 22 should be used when lysis of adhesions involves significant additional work, such as extensive dissection.

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