Choledocholithiasis ICD-10-CM Codes

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What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Choledocholithiasis?Which Choledocholithiasis ICD Codes Are Billable?Clinical Information Synonyms Include FAQS

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What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Choledocholithiasis?

Choledocholithiasis ICD codes involve conditions where gallstones are present in the bile duct. Here are some of them:

K80.20 - Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis, without obstruction.
K80.24 - Calculus of gallbladder with other cholecystitis, without obstruction.
K80.50 - Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis, without obstruction.
K80.51 - Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis with obstruction.

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Which Choledocholithiasis ICD Codes Are Billable?

The billability of these codes depends on the specifics of the patient's case and the insurance provider's policies.

K80.20 - Yes, this code is billable.
K80.24 - Yes, this code is billable.
K80.50 - Yes, this code is billable.
K80.51 - Yes, this code is billable.

Clinical Information

Choledocholithiasis is a health condition where gallstones of cholesterol or bilirubin are present in the bile duct.

Symptoms may include abdominal pain, jaundice, and fever.
Complications can arise if the stones block the bile duct, causing inflammation, infection, or jaundice.
Treatment often involves removing the gallstones and, in some cases, the gallbladder.

Synonyms Include:

Gallstones in Bile Duct
Biliary Calculus
Bile Duct Stone
Common Duct Stone
Choledochal Calculus

Commonly asked questions

What is Choledocholithiasis?

Choledocholithiasis is a medical condition characterized by gallstones in the bile duct, which can lead to severe abdominal pain and other complications if not treated.

What are the symptoms of Choledocholithiasis?

Symptoms of Choledocholithiasis can include severe abdominal pain, jaundice, fever, nausea, and, in extreme cases, signs of sepsis.

What are the treatment options for Choledocholithiasis?

Treatment for Choledocholithiasis typically involves the removal of the gallstones and, in some cases, the gallbladder itself. This can be accomplished through surgery or less invasive procedures like endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).