Question 1

Is K81 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, K81 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code K81 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code K81 represents Cholecystitis. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code K81?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for K81 is section:K80-K87 (Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas (K80-K87)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions are excluded from K81?

Accepted Answer

Code K81 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: cholecystitis with cholelithiasis (K80.-). These conditions cannot be coded together with K81 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 5

Should I use additional codes with K81?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding K81, consider adding codes for: code if applicable for associated gangrene of gallbladder (K82.A1), or perforation of gallbladder (K82.A2). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

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