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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for PEG Tube Malfunction

ICD-10 Coding for PEG Tube Malfunction

K94.23
K94.29

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for peg tube malfunction includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Malfunction
Gastrostomy Tube Complications
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for PEG Tube Malfunction

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for PEG Tube Malfunction

Use ICD-10 code K94.23 for gastrostomy malfunction, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Gastrostomy malfunction

Billable Code
K94.23
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging confirms tube dislodgement

Applicable To

  • • Dislodgement
  • • Breakage

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the mechanical nature of the malfunction.

Other complications of gastrostomy

Billable Code
K94.29
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Leakage
  • • Blockage

Important Notes

  • • Document the specific non-mechanical issue clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z43.1

Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

Use for routine care without complications.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you code a PEG tube malfunction?

For a PEG tube malfunction, use ICD-10 code K94.23 for mechanical issues like dislodgement, and K94.29 for non-mechanical issues like leakage or blockage.

What is the ICD-10 code for a dislodged PEG tube?

The ICD-10 code for a dislodged PEG tube is K94.23, which covers mechanical malfunctions such as dislodgement or breakage.

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