Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for tortuous esophagus includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Tortuous Esophagus
Use ICD-10 code Q39.8 for other congenital malformations of esophagus, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Achalasia of cardia
Use when tortuosity is secondary to achalasia.
Dysphagia
Use if dysphagia is present.
The ICD-10 code for an acquired tortuous esophagus is K22.8, while congenital cases use Q39.8.
Code K22.0 for achalasia and K22.8 for the associated tortuous esophagus.