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ICD-10 Coding for Biliary Colic(K80.20, K80.10, K80.2)

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Comprehensive guide on ICD-10 coding for biliary colic, including code K80.20 for gallstones without cholecystitis. Learn about documentation requirements and common coding pitfalls.

Also known as:
Gallstone AttackGallbladder Pain
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Biliary Colic

K00-K95Primary Range

Diseases of the digestive system

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
K80.20Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis
K80.50Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
K80.20Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitisK80.10
Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitisK80.20

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Biliary Colic.

Vague documentation of abdominal pain

Impact

Clinical: May lead to misdiagnosis., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential claim denials.

Mitigation

Specify pain location and characteristics., Include imaging findings in documentation.

Using K80.5 without confirming bile duct stones

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation

Verify stone location with imaging before coding.

Inaccurate Coding of Biliary Conditions

Impact

High misclassification rate due to lack of imaging confirmation.

Mitigation

Ensure all codes are supported by imaging and clinical documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with K80.20.