Gallbladder Polyp ICD-10-CM Codes | 2023

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Gallbladder Polyp?

Gallbladder polyps are benign or potentially malignant growths that arise from the mucosal lining of the gallbladder. These polyps can vary in size and number, and while most are benign, some can be precancerous or even cancerous. 

Accurate documentation and categorization of these polyps are crucial for appropriate patient management and billing. The ICD-10-CM provides specific codes to ensure this accuracy. Here's a deeper dive into some of the commonly used codes for gallbladder polyps:

• K82.4 - Gallbladder Polyp: This specific code is designated for patients diagnosed with a polyp in the gallbladder. It doesn't specify the polyp's nature (benign or malignant) but indicates its presence.
• K82.8 - Other specified diseases of the gallbladder: This is a broader category that encompasses various conditions related to the gallbladder, including but not limited to polyps. It's used when the condition is specified, but no more specific code is available.
• K82.A - Gallbladder polyp, unspecified: This code is employed when a gallbladder polyp is diagnosed, but further details about its type or nature aren't specified.
• K82 - Diseases of the gallbladder: A general category that includes various diseases and conditions related to the gallbladder. It's a broader code that might be used when a more specific diagnosis isn't available.
• K80-K87 - Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract, and pancreas: This range of codes covers various disorders related to the gallbladder, biliary tract, and pancreas. Within this range, specific codes might be relevant to gallbladder polyps and related conditions.

Healthcare professionals must choose the most accurate code to reflect the patient's diagnosis. This ensures appropriate billing and aids in patient management and treatment planning. Check out our Gallbladder PolypICD Codes.

Which Gallbladder Polyp ICD codes are Billable?

• K82.4: Yes
• K82.8: Yes
• K82.A: Yes
• K82: Yes
• K80-K87: Yes

Clinical Information

• Gallbladder polyps are protrusions or growths originating from the gallbladder's mucosal lining. They can resemble small bumps or stalks inside the gallbladder.
• The size of these polyps can range from a few millimeters to several centimeters. A single polyp can be present, or multiple polyps can be scattered throughout the gallbladder.
• The vast majority of gallbladder polyps are benign, meaning they are not cancerous and do not have the potential to become cancerous. However, a small percentage can be precancerous or even malignant. The larger the polyp, the greater the concern for potential malignancy.
• The risk of a gallbladder polyp progressing to cancer is relatively low. Polyps smaller than 1 cm in diameter have a particularly low risk. Other factors, such as age, the presence of gallstones, and the specific type of polyp, can also influence the risk.
• Small, benign polyps often don't require immediate treatment but should be monitored regularly using imaging studies like ultrasound. If a polyp grows in size, shows suspicious features, or has symptoms, surgical gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) might be recommended. Regular follow-ups and monitoring are crucial, especially for those with multiple polyps or other risk factors.
• Most gallbladder polyps are asymptomatic, meaning they don't cause any symptoms. They are often discovered incidentally during imaging studies for other reasons. If symptoms do occur, they can include pain or discomfort in the right upper abdomen, nausea, or bloating.

Synonyms Include:

• Gallbladder growth
• Polypoid lesions of the gallbladder
• Gallbladder neoplasm
• Cholecystic polyp
• Benign gallbladder polyp