Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis

Alcoholic liver cirrhosis is a condition in which long-term, heavy alcohol consumption damages the liver, leading to cirrhosis. Here are ten commonly used ICD-10-CM codes for Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis, along with brief clinical descriptions:

K70.30 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites: Used for alcoholic liver cirrhosis without the presence of ascites (abdominal fluid buildup).

K70.31 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites: Applied when ascites accompany alcoholic liver cirrhosis.

K70.40 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with spontaneous bacterial peritonitis: Utilized when alcoholic liver cirrhosis is complicated by spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (a severe infection in the ascitic fluid).

K70.41 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with hepatorenal syndrome: Used for alcoholic liver cirrhosis complicated by hepatorenal syndrome (kidney dysfunction).

K70.42 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with hepatopulmonary syndrome: Applied when alcoholic liver cirrhosis is complicated by hepatopulmonary syndrome (lung complications).

K70.43 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver with hepatocellular carcinoma: Utilized when alcoholic liver cirrhosis is complicated by hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer).

K70.9 - Alcoholic liver disease, unspecified: Used for alcoholic liver disease when the specific cirrhosis subtype or complications are unspecified.

K86.0 - Alcohol-induced chronic pancreatitis: Applied for chronic pancreatitis caused by long-term alcohol consumption.

Z71.4 - Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance: Utilized for counseling and surveillance related to alcohol abuse and its impact on liver health.

F10.29 - Alcohol dependence with other alcohol-induced disorders: Used when alcohol dependence coexists with alcoholic liver cirrhosis or related conditions.

Which Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis ICD Codes are Billable

The billable status of the mentioned ICD-10 codes for alcoholic liver cirrhosis varies:

K70.30 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites: Yes, billable. Medical expenses related to alcoholic liver cirrhosis without ascites can be claimed.

K70.31 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites: Yes, billable. Costs associated with alcoholic liver cirrhosis accompanied by ascites can be reimbursed.

K70.40 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with spontaneous bacterial peritonitis: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for alcoholic liver cirrhosis complicated by spontaneous bacterial peritonitis can be claimed.

K70.41 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with hepatorenal syndrome: Yes, billable. Expenses related to alcoholic liver cirrhosis complicated by hepatorenal syndrome can be reimbursed.

K70.42 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with hepatopulmonary syndrome: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for alcoholic liver cirrhosis complicated by hepatopulmonary syndrome can be claimed.

K70.43 - Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with hepatocellular carcinoma: Yes, billable. Costs associated with alcoholic liver cirrhosis complicated by hepatocellular carcinoma can be reimbursed.

K70.9 - Alcoholic liver disease, unspecified: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for unspecified alcoholic liver disease can be claimed.

K86.0 - Alcohol-induced chronic pancreatitis: Yes, billable. Expenses related to chronic pancreatitis caused by alcohol abuse can be reimbursed.

Z71.4 - Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance: Not applicable for billing purposes. This code is for documentation of counseling and surveillance services.

F10.29 - Alcohol dependence with other alcohol-induced disorders: Yes, billable. Medical expenses related to alcohol dependence coexisting with alcoholic liver cirrhosis or related conditions can be claimed.

Clinical Information

• Alcohol Liver Cirrhosis is a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by long-term, excessive alcohol consumption.
• Diagnosis involves a detailed patient history, alcohol use patterns, and physical examination.
• Laboratory tests, such as liver function tests and imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound or CT scan), help assess liver damage.
• A liver biopsy may be performed to confirm cirrhosis and determine its severity.
• Management includes immediate alcohol cessation to prevent further liver damage.
• Patients may require treatment for alcohol dependence, such as counseling or medications.
• Nutritional support and dietary modifications are essential to address malnutrition in cirrhotic patients.
• Medications may be prescribed to manage complications like ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, or variceal bleeding.
• Ongoing monitoring of liver function and surveillance for liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) is critical.
• In advanced cases, liver transplantation may be considered as a treatment option.
• Healthcare practitioners should provide comprehensive support, education, and resources for patients and families with alcohol liver cirrhosis.

Synonyms Include

• Alcoholic Cirrhosis
• Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
• Alcohol-Induced Cirrhosis
• Alcoholic Hepatic Cirrhosis
• Alcoholic Liver Fibrosis