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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Glands

ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Glands

R59.0
R59.1
R59.9

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

Also Known as:
Lymphadenopathy
Lymphadenitis
Swollen Lymph Nodes
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Glands

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Glands

Use ICD-10 code R59.0 for localized enlarged lymph nodes, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Localized enlarged lymph nodes

Billable Code
R59.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lymph node enlargement in a single region

Applicable To

  • • Localized lymphadenopathy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the region of lymphadenopathy to use this code.

Generalized enlarged lymph nodes

Billable Code
R59.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when lymphadenopathy is present in two or more regions.

Applicable To

  • • Generalized lymphadenopathy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies multiple regions of lymphadenopathy.

Enlarged lymph nodes, unspecified

Billable Code
R59.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when documentation does not specify whether lymphadenopathy is localized or generalized.

Applicable To

  • • Lymphadenopathy NOS

Important Notes

  • • Query for more specific information if possible.

Acute lymphadenitis, unspecified

Billable Code
L04.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when acute lymphadenitis is present but the site is unspecified.

Applicable To

  • • Acute lymphadenitis NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies acute nature and symptoms.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B34.9

Viral infection, unspecified

Use when viral infection is the underlying cause of lymphadenopathy.

C85.90

Lymphoma, unspecified

Use when lymphoma is suspected or confirmed as the cause.

J02.0

Streptococcal pharyngitis

Use when strep throat is the underlying cause.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for swollen glands?

The ICD-10 codes for swollen glands, or lymphadenopathy, include R59.0 for localized, R59.1 for generalized, and R59.9 for unspecified lymphadenopathy.

How do you document lymphadenopathy?

Document lymphadenopathy by specifying the location, size, tenderness, and whether it is localized or generalized. Include associated symptoms like fever or weight loss.

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